Security Officer Patrol Specialist

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 Patrol Specialist in Hazlehurst, MS, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Food/Beverage, and more. Our Security Officers at a leading food and beverage location conduct routine unarmed patrols, monitor assigned areas, and help to deter security-related incidents through a visible presence and strong communication. This role offers the chance to support access activity and customer service while working with a team that values agility, reliability, innovation, and integrity in a people-first culture at Allied Universal.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $15.45 / Hour

Job Schedule:

What You'll Do:

Provide customer service to employees, visitors, and vendors by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and/or emergency response activities when appropriate.
• Respond to incidents, unusual activity, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, documenting observations and reporting information according to site protocols.
• Conduct regular and random patrols throughout the facility, production-adjacent areas, parking areas, and perimeter to help to deter unauthorized activity and identify security-related concerns.
• Monitor access points and help to control entry and exit activity for personnel, visitors, deliveries, and/or contractors in accordance with location procedures.
• Support a clean, professional presence at the location by communicating clearly with site contacts and assisting with routine security-related duties as needed during varying shifts and conditions.

Minimum Requirements:

• Have at least 1 year of security-related experience.
• Be at least 21 years of age.
• Access control and badge experience is preferred.
• 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.

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 and Health Benefits: Enjoy access to a retirement savings plan, plus medical, dental, vision, basic life and AD&D, and disability insurance.
• Exclusive Perks: Enjoy discounts on top brands and services through our Perks Program.

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.