Security Officer Enhanced Part Time Armed Mobile Patrol

Allied Universal • Gary, IN

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Allied Universal is hiring a Security Officer Enhanced Part Time Armed Mobile Patrol in Gary, Indiana, to provide armed security at a financial institution. The position offers an assigned site and fixed weekly shift as a reliable base schedule, with a required six-month commitment. The employee may claim additional shifts through the company scheduling platform, with the opportunity to build up to 40 hours per week and the option to scale back. The stated pay rate is $18.58 per hour. The listed schedule is Friday, 8:45 a.m. to 5:15 p.m.

The role involves providing customer service while carrying out armed security procedures, site-specific policies, and appropriate emergency response activities. The officer responds to incidents and alarms, conducts armed patrols, monitors access and visitor activity, and documents and communicates security-related information.

Applicants must have an armed guard card or license, be at least 21 years old for an armed role, and have a high school diploma or equivalent. Employment is conditional on a background investigation and drug screen to the extent permitted by law, and employees must participate in industry-specific security training. Licensing requirements may apply before employment, depending on state or local regulations. A valid driver’s license is required for driving positions only.

Requirements

• Possess an armed guard card or license.
• Be at least 21 years of age for armed roles.
• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Submit to a background investigation in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.
• Submit to a drug screen to the extent permitted by law.
• Participate in industry-specific security training programs.
• Meet applicable state and/or local licensing requirements, which may be required prior to employment.
• A valid driver’s license is required for driving positions only.

Nice To Haves

• CPR certification is preferred.
• Customer service experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to clients, visitors, and employees at a financial institution while carrying out armed security procedures, site-specific policies, and appropriate emergency response activities.
• Respond calmly and professionally to incidents, alarms, disturbances, and critical situations, following applicable procedures and reporting requirements.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols of the facility, parking areas, ATM locations, and perimeter to deter unauthorized activity and identify security concerns.
• Monitor access points and visitor activity, verify authorization as required, and help maintain controlled entry to restricted areas.
• Prepare accurate incident reports, maintain activity logs, and promptly communicate security-related observations to site leadership and Allied Universal management.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage, basic life and AD&D insurance, retirement plans, and disability insurance.
• Seven holidays annually paid at time and a half if worked.
• 40 hours of vacation after one year of employment at eligible work assignments; unused vacation is paid out only where required by law.
• Employee discounts at restaurants, entertainment venues, and other locations through the perks program.
• Paid training programs and opportunities for career advancement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED