Security Officer Part Time Patrol Observation

Allied Universal • Newton, MS

23h • Onsite

About The Position

Allied Universal is hiring a part-time Security Officer Enhanced for an assigned site in Newton, Mississippi. The position offers a fixed weekly shift that requires a six-month commitment, with the option to claim additional shifts through the scheduling platform. Additional shifts may allow hours to vary from part-time to as many as 40 hours per week, with the option to scale back. The pay rate is $16.25 per hour. The listed schedule is Monday, 3:00 PM–11:00 PM. The site has limited on-site facilities, including portable toilets and rustic guard shacks.

The officer provides customer service while following security procedures and site-specific policies, responds to incidents, patrols assigned areas, monitors access points, and documents activity. Applicants are subject to background investigation and drug screening as permitted by law. Licensing may be required under state or local regulations; a valid driver’s license is required only for driving positions.

Requirements

• Be at least 18 years old for unarmed roles or 21 or older for armed roles.
• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Undergo a background investigation in accordance with applicable law.
• Undergo a drug screen to the extent permitted by law.
• Meet any applicable state or local licensing requirements before employment, if required.
• Have a valid driver’s license only if assigned to a driving position.

Nice To Haves

• Ability to lift more than 20 pounds.
• X-ray screening experience.
• Customer service experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service by carrying out security-related procedures and site-specific policies, and participate in emergency response activities when appropriate.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations calmly and with a problem-solving approach.
• Conduct regular and random patrols around business and warehouse areas, loading docks, parking areas, and the perimeter.
• Monitor access points and report unusual activity, hazards, and policy violations to appropriate site contacts and/or Allied Universal supervision.
• Complete accurate activity logs, incident reports, and other required documentation.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Basic life, AD&D, retirement plans, and disability insurance.
• Seven annual holidays 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.
• Discounts at restaurants, entertainment venues, and more through the employee 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