Security Officer

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 comprehensive benefits for most full-time positions, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, life insurance, a retirement plan, employee assistance programs, company discounts, perks, and more.

As a Security Officer, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Commercial Real Estate, Healthcare, Education, Government and more.

Security Officer

• Location: Atlanta, Ga
• Pay: $16.97 per hour
• Shift Schedule: Sat- Sun. 9am-5pm
• Employment type: Part-time
• Daily and weekly pay- You pick when you want to get paid!
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Responsibilities:

• The Gallery Officer is critical member of the Museum’s protective staff, the position has as its primary responsibility the safety and security of works of art on view in the Museum. A Gallery Officer represents the Museum to its visitors both assuring the safety and security of works of art. Gallery Officers shares a flexible schedule with others on the Gallery Attendant staff that is based around the Museum’s regular public hours, including evenings and weekends. A Gallery Officer will also be assigned duty during private events that occur outside regular public hours. The uniformed employee has a significant role at the institution and represents the Museum and its mission to the general public. Principle Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Protects works of art from theft, vandalism, and accidental damage.

  • Interacts with visitors to give directions, information, and provide general assistance.

  • Assures visitor compliance with Museum regulations as listed in the Gallery Attendant Standard Operating Procedures manual.

  • Answers general questions from Museum visitors and refers questions concerning works of art or Museum exhibitions to the Visitor Information Desk for referral to appropriate Museum staff.

  • When assigned to the information desk, greets and counts visitors; checks all packages and umbrellas. • Assists the Gallery Supervisor in opening and closing the Museum.

  • Assists Gallery Supervisor in managing pantry area. • Inspects works on view in assigned area at beginning and end of each rotation.

  • Assists with other Museum activities as assigned. Reports to: Assistant Gallery Supervisor/Gallery Super Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities:

  • Must be able to stand for long periods of time, walk, climb stairs, and lift up to 50 lbs.; (must be able to lift a fire extinguisher or small child).

  • Should have good verbal communication skills in order to speak to visitors and be understood.

  • Must be tactful and polite in dealing with the public.

  • Must be presentable at all times through proper grooming and personal hygiene.

  • Must be observant in order to detect and report unusual behavior or circumstances.

  • Must be alert and able to respond quickly in an emergencies

  •Must be able to work a flexible schedule.

  *Post is a standing post, must be able to stand and walk entire shift ( rest breaks are given). No electronic device while on post.

  *1 Minute Walk from ART Center Train station

  *Vehicle Parking - $85 per month, Officer is responsible for fees

• Provide customer service to our clients by carrying out safety and security procedures, site-specific policies and when appropriate, emergency response activities
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem solving manner
• Conduct regular and random patrols around the business and perimeter. Working environments and conditions may vary by client site.

Minimum 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, or 6 months of verifiable experience
• 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

Perks and Benefits:

• Health insurance and 401k plans for full-time positions
• Schedules that fit with your personal life goals
• Ongoing paid training programs and career growth opportunities
• Employee discounts through our perks program to your favorite restaurants, entertainment venues and much more…

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 any questions regarding Equal Employment Opportunity, have difficulty using the online system and require an alternate method to apply, or require an accommodation at any time during the recruitment and/or employment process, please contact our local Human Resources department. To find an office near you, please visit: www.aus.com/offices.