Security Officer Patrol Duty

West Des Moines, IAFull-time$20/hrPosted Jul 20, 2026

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.

Job Description

As a Security Officer for Patrol Duty in West Des Moines, IA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Financial Institutions, and more. Join Allied Universal as an Unarmed Patrol Officer at a financial institution location, where you will conduct routine patrols, remain visible to help discourage security-related incidents, and deliver outstanding customer service and communication. In this role, you will support a welcoming environment while reflecting our agile, reliable, and innovative approach, working with integrity and teamwork in a people-first culture.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $20.00 / Hour

Job Schedule:

DayTimeMon03:00 PM - 10:00 PMTue03:00 PM - 10:00 PMWed03:00 PM - 10:00 PMSat06:00 AM - 06:00 PMSun06:00 AM - 06:00 PM

What You'll Do:

  • Provide customer service by carrying out site-specific procedures, access-related protocols, and/or emergency response activities appropriate to a financial institution location.
  • Respond to incidents, unusual activity, and/or critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, documenting observations and reporting security-related concerns to site contacts and/or Allied Universal leadership.
  • Conduct regular and random patrols throughout the banking location, entrances, lobbies, office areas, parking areas, and perimeter to help to deter unauthorized activity and/or identify conditions needing attention.
  • Monitor visitor, employee, and/or vendor activity in accordance with site policies, assisting with entry procedures, directional support, and security-related information as needed.
  • Support closing, opening, and after-hours security-related procedures as assigned, while maintaining visible presence and professional interaction with staff, visitors, and/or contractors.

Minimum Requirements:

  • Have at least 2 years of security-related experience.
  • Provide proof of a high school diploma or GED.
  • Be at least 21 years of age.
  • Be comfortable using a computer or tablet preferred.
  • Have customer service experience 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.

Closing

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.

Requisition ID

2026-1637372

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