Security Officer - Armed Foot Patrol PT

Overview

Allied Universal®, North America's leading security and facility services company, offers rewarding careers that provide you a sense of purpose. While working in a dynamic, welcoming, and collaborative workplace, you will be part of a team that contributes to a culture that positively impacts the communities and customers we serve.

As a Security Officer - Armed Foot Patrol PT in Charlotte, NC
, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Financial Institutions, and more. Join a leading team where flexibility meets opportunity. As a Part‑Time Security Officer, you can build a schedule that works for you and explore new roles using our Claim a Shift platform. Learn more:  Join Allied Universal at a financial institution location as an armed patrol officer, where you will monitor and patrol assigned areas, maintain a visible presence, and respond to security‑related concerns with calm professionalism.

You will complete routine patrols, document key observations, and provide helpful customer service and clear communication to staff and visitors. Backed by a caring culture, teamwork, and integrity, you will support a reliable, innovative, and agile environment every shift.

Part Time

$24.00 / Hour

Day Time Mon 03:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Sun 03:00 PM - 11:00 PM

• Smart Tools:
  Access to our exclusive technology to view and claim additional shifts to earn more.
• Career Growth:
  Get paid training and access to career growth opportunities.
• Financial Benefits:
  
  Participate in our retirement savings plan to invest in your future.
• Exclusive Perks:
  Enjoy discounts on top brands and services through our Perks Program.

• Provide customer service to staff, customers, and/or visitors at a financial institution by carrying out security‑related procedures, site‑specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities.
• Conduct armed patrols indoors and outdoors, including regular and random patrols of lobbies, offices, cash‑handling areas, parking areas, and the building perimeter; working environments and conditions may vary by location.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and/or suspicious activity in a calm, problem‑solving manner, helping to deter unauthorized access and/or disruptive behavior.
• Control access at designated points by monitoring entry and exit, verifying identification and/or authorization as required, and directing visitors to appropriate areas.
• Complete detailed reports and shift documentation on incidents, patrol activities, and/or policy violations, and communicate relevant information to site leadership and Allied Universal management.

• Have 3+ years combined law enforcement, military, and/or security‑related experience or a Criminal Justice college degree.
• Client requires proof of high school diploma or GED.
• Be 21+ years of age.
• An armed guard card and/or license is preferred.
• Be at least 21 years of age for armed roles.
• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
• As a condition of employment, applicants will be subject to a background investigation in accordance with all federal, state, and local laws.
• Allied Universal will consider qualified applications with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable laws.
• As a condition of employment, applicants will be subject to a drug screen to the extent permitted by law.
• Participate in industry‑specific security training programs.
• Licensing requirements are subject to state and/or local laws and regulations and may be required prior to employment.
• A valid driver's license will be required for driving positions only.

Allied Universal® is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or relationship/association with a protected veteran, or any other basis or characteristic protected by law. For more information:

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