Security Officer - Weekend Morning Shift

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. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that may include medical, dental, and vision coverage, life insurance, a retirement plan, employee assistance programs, company discounts, and other perks, depending on the position and eligibility.

Job Description

As a Security Officer - Dispatch Support in Hattiesburg, MS, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Education, and more.

Join a leading team where flexibility meets opportunity. As a Part-Time Security Officer, you’ll use our exclusive Claim a Shift platform to view and Pick up open shifts based on your availability—giving you the freedom to build a schedule that works for you, while gaining valuable site experience across various industries. Whether you're looking to supplement your income or take the first step toward a full-time role, this position offers unmatched access to hands-on experience and growth opportunities. As a Dispatch Officer at a higher education location, you will play a critical role in monitoring and coordinating security-related operations to help create a secure environment for students, faculty, and visitors. Your responsibilities will include communicating with on-site teams, responding promptly to incidents, and maintaining detailed reports. By remaining alert and providing exceptional customer service, you will help to deter potential security-related incidents and deliver on Allied Universal's values of agility, reliability, and teamwork in a caring and professional setting.

Position Type: Part Time

Pay Rate: $15.50 / Hour

Job Schedule:

DayTimeSat06:00 AM - 02:00 PMSun06:00 AM - 02:00 PM

What You’ll Do:

• Use our proprietary scheduling platform to claim open shifts at client sites
• Support operations across a range of environments including commercial real estate, healthcare, and education
• Receive site-specific training and guidance from experienced teams
• Deliver consistent, professional security presence and customer service
• Be ready to fill in at short notice when urgent needs arise

Responsibilities:

• Monitor and manage communications for security-related incidents across the education location, dispatching appropriate personnel as needed.
• Operate communication systems to receive and relay information between security-related teams and building occupants.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, coordinating emergency response activities as required.
• Document all incoming calls, incidents, and dispatch activities accurately and promptly.
• Provide customer service by assisting students, staff, and visitors with information and security-related needs.
• Coordinate with Allied Universal and location personnel to relay security-related updates and instructions.
• Maintain awareness of site-specific policies and procedures, applying them during daily operations and/or emergency situations.

What We’re Looking For:

• Availability across various days and shifts
• Reliability and ability to adapt to different post assignments
• A desire to gain broad experience and grow within the company
• Interest in transitioning into full-time roles when available

Minimum Requirements:

• Must have at least 1 year of security-related experience.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Possession of a valid Guard Card or license is preferred.
• Previous customer service experience is preferred.
• CPR certification 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.

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