Security Officer-Events unarmed

Overview

Allied Universal®, North America’s leading security and facility services company, offers rewarding careers that provide a sense of purpose. 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.

We are hiring for the 2026 Mardi Gras Season. This coverage is additional at established sites in the Greater New Orleans area.

• Location:
  
  Greater New Orleans Area
• Schedule:
  
  Temporary for Mardi Gras Season
• Starting Pay: $15.00 / hr / pays weekly
• Position:
  Security Officer
• Shifts:
  
  All shift available (Morning, mid shift, and overnight)
• Temporary Position for Mardi Gras Season
• Coverage locations:
  Near Parade routes, Hotels, Private Businesses, Venues, Superdome, Restaurants, Corporate/Commercial Properties, Healthcare facilities, Retail, Residential Communities, etc.
• We will be hiring on-the-spot.
• Orientation must be completed prior to February 6, 2026 to be eligible.
• Interview Dates:
  January 5,7,12,13,14,15,16,19,21,26,28. Interviews are conducted only on these specific days.
• Interview location: 531 Lyons St New Orleans, LA 70115 (VFW Hall – sits on the corner). 10am-2pm.

• Provide customer service to our clients by carrying out safety and security procedures, site-specific policies and when appropriate, emergency response activities.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem solving manner.
• Conduct regular and random patrols around the business and perimeter. Working environments and conditions may vary by client site.

• Be at least 18 years of age for unarmed roles; 21+ years of age for armed roles.
• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent, or 5 years of verifiable experience.
• 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.
• 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.
• Ability to stand/walk/foot patrol for extended periods of time.
• Ability to work outdoors in the elements (as needed).
• Must be able to pass a background screen.
• Have physical state  driver license.
• Have physical social security card.

• Health insurance and 401k plans for full-time positions.
• Schedules that fit with your personal life goals.
• Ongoing paid training programs and career growth opportunities.
• Employee discounts through our perks program to your favorite restaurants, entertainment venues and much more.

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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