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.
Job Description
As a Security Officer Armed Patrol Specialist in Somerville, MA, 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: aus.com/earnmore. Join Allied Universal at a leading financial institution location as an Armed Patrol Officer, where you will monitor and patrol assigned areas, remain visible to help deter security-related incidents, and support a professional atmosphere through outstanding customer service and communication. In this role, you will bring an agile, reliable, and innovative approach, work through teamwork, and act with integrity while putting people first.
Position Type: Part Time
Pay Rate: $25.00 / Hour
Job Schedule:
| Day | Time |
|---|
| Mon | 08:45 AM - 05:15 PM |
| Fri | 08:45 AM - 05:15 PM |
What You'll Do:
- Provide customer service to clients, staff, and visitors while carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and/or emergency response activities at a financial institution location.
- Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including assisting with access control concerns, disturbances, and/or requests for support.
- Conduct regular and random armed patrols throughout the facility, exterior grounds, parking areas, and perimeter to help to deter unauthorized activity and/or unusual conditions.
- Monitor entrances, exits, and other sensitive areas commonly found in a banking environment, reporting suspicious behavior, security-related concerns, and/or policy violations according to site procedures.
- Prepare clear and timely reports of incidents, observations, and daily activities, and communicate with site contacts, law enforcement, and/or Allied Universal leadership as needed.
Minimum Requirements:
- Possess a concealed carry weapons permit.
- Have at least 1 year of security-related experience.
- Client requires proof of high school diploma or GED.
- 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.
Why Join Us:
- 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.
Closing
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: www.aus.com.
If you have difficulty using the online system and require an alternate method to apply or require an accommodation, please contact our local Human Resources department. To find an office near you, please visit: www.aus.com/offices.
Requisition ID
2026-1632091