Security Officer - Part Time Afternoon

Allied Universal

2d • $19 • Onsite

About The Position

As a Security Officer - Access Control in Palmyra, VA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Residential, 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 in a residential community Access Control role where you will greet residents and guests, manage entry and exit points, verify credentials, and log visitor activity. You will remain highly visible, conduct routine patrols of assigned areas, report concerns, and support security-related operations with clear communication and outstanding customer service. Bring teamwork, integrity, and a people-first mindset to help create a welcoming environment.

Requirements

• Be at least 18 years of age for unarmed roles; 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.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to residents, guests, vendors, and delivery drivers while carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities at a residential community access point.
• Control access to the property by verifying identification and/or authorization, issuing visitor passes and/or access credentials as directed, and maintaining accurate entry and exit logs.
• Monitor gates, doors, and camera systems for unusual activity and promptly report maintenance concerns, policy violations, and/or suspicious behavior through established communication channels.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including de-escalation, documenting events, and notifying the appropriate parties.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of community common areas, amenities, and perimeter routes, observing and reporting conditions that may help to deter unauthorized access and/or property damage.

Benefits

• 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.

What This Job Offers

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