Security Officer - TWIC Checkpoint Part-Time

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 - TWIC Checkpoint Part-Time in Portsmouth, VA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government, 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 government location supporting access control operations. You will greet visitors, verify credentials, manage entry points, and document activity while staying visible and ready to help address security-related concerns. You will communicate clearly with staff and guests, support routine patrols of nearby areas, and contribute to a professional experience. Bring integrity and teamwork to a caring culture that is agile, reliable, and innovative.Position Type: Part TimePay Rate: $17.25 / HourJob Schedule:DayTimeMon11:00 AM - 05:30 PMTue12:00 PM - 07:00 PMFri11:00 AM - 05:30 PMWhy 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.What You'll Do:Provide customer service to personnel and visitors by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and/or emergency response activities at a government location.Operate access control points by verifying government-issued identification, credentials, and/or access badges; manage visitor authorization, sign-in processes, and badge issuance per post orders.Monitor vehicle and pedestrian entry areas for unusual activity; conduct visual checks of gates, doors, and restricted-area boundaries to help to deter unauthorized access.Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner; notify appropriate site contacts and/or public agencies as directed by post orders.Conduct regular and random patrols of the facility, including perimeter routes and access corridors; document observations and incidents in written and/or electronic reports.Minimum Requirements:Possess a TSA Issued TWIC.A guard card and/or license 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.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.