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Security Officer Office Building Job in West Des Moines, Iowa
West Des Moines, Iowa Position Type: Full Time Shift Type: Overnight Req ID: 2026-1640381 Work Days Available: Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday Date posted: 07/24/2026
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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 Roving Site Security 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 professional at a leading financial institution. Conduct routine patrols, maintain a visible presence to help deter security-related incidents, monitor assigned areas, and provide responsive customer service and clear communication. You will support a welcoming, well-managed environment while working with an agile, reliable, and innovative team that puts people first, values integrity, and delivers through teamwork.
Position Type: Full Time
Pay Rate: $20.00 / Hour
Job Schedule:
DayTimeWed10:00 PM - 06:00 AMThur10:00 PM - 06:00 AMFri10:00 PM - 06:00 AMSat10:00 PM - 06:00 AMSun10:00 PM - 06:00 AM
What You'll Do:
- Provide professional customer service while carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and emergency response activities at a financial institution.
- Conduct regular and random unarmed patrols of lobbies, ATM areas, parking areas, and the building perimeter to help deter unauthorized activity.
- Monitor entrances and access points, verify credentials when required, and report suspicious behavior and/or policy violations.
- Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, contacting emergency personnel and/or law enforcement as appropriate.
- Document patrol activity, incidents, and observations through accurate reports and communicate relevant information to Allied Universal and site management.
Minimum Requirements:
- At least two years of security-related experience is required.
- Be at least 21 years of age.
- A guard card and/or license is preferred.
- Customer service experience is preferred.
- Access control and/or 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.
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