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Security Officer Mobile Patrol Driver
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 Mobile Patrol Driver in Seneca, SC, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Auto, 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. As an Unarmed Patrol Officer at an automotive location, you will conduct routine patrols, support access control, remain visible to help deter security-related incidents, and provide outstanding customer service. This driving position requires a valid driver’s license in accordance with Allied Universal driver policy. Join a caring, agile, reliable, and innovative team that puts people first, delivers through teamwork, and acts with integrity.
Position Type: Part Time
Pay Rate: $16.48 / Hour
Job Schedule:
What You'll Do:
- Provide customer service to personnel, visitors, and contractors at an automotive manufacturing location while carrying out site-specific security-related procedures, policies, and emergency response activities as appropriate.
- Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem-solving manner, following established site protocols and reporting requirements.
- Conduct regular and random unarmed patrols of manufacturing areas, parking areas, access points, and the facility perimeter to help identify and report unusual activity or potential hazards.
- Monitor access to the location by verifying credentials, observing visitor and contractor activity, and maintaining accurate logs and incident documentation.
- Communicate professionally with site personnel and Allied Universal leadership regarding incidents, shift activities, and security-related concerns.
Minimum Requirements:
- A valid driver’s license is required in accordance with Allied Universal driver policy requirements.
- Comfortable using a computer or tablet is preferred.
- Access control and badge experience is preferred.
- Customer service experience is preferred.
- Ability to lift more than 20 pounds 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 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.
- 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…
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
2026-1745631
Security Officer Mobile Patrol Driver
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 Mobile Patrol Driver in Seneca, SC, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Auto, 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. As an Unarmed Patrol Officer at an automotive location, you will conduct routine patrols, support access control, remain visible to help deter security-related incidents, and provide outstanding customer service. This driving position requires a valid driver’s license in accordance with Allied Universal driver policy. Join a caring, agile, reliable, and innovative team that puts people first, delivers through teamwork, and acts with integrity.
Position Type: Part Time
Pay Rate: $16.48 / Hour
Job Schedule:
What You'll Do:
- Provide customer service to personnel, visitors, and contractors at an automotive manufacturing location while carrying out site-specific security-related procedures, policies, and emergency response activities as appropriate.
- Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem-solving manner, following established site protocols and reporting requirements.
- Conduct regular and random unarmed patrols of manufacturing areas, parking areas, access points, and the facility perimeter to help identify and report unusual activity or potential hazards.
- Monitor access to the location by verifying credentials, observing visitor and contractor activity, and maintaining accurate logs and incident documentation.
- Communicate professionally with site personnel and Allied Universal leadership regarding incidents, shift activities, and security-related concerns.
Minimum Requirements:
- A valid driver’s license is required in accordance with Allied Universal driver policy requirements.
- Comfortable using a computer or tablet is preferred.
- Access control and badge experience is preferred.
- Customer service experience is preferred.
- Ability to lift more than 20 pounds 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 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.
- 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…
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
2026-1745631
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Who's Hiring
- Allied Universal800
- GardaWorld Security Services US3
- PalAmerican Security2
- City of Pueblo1
- City of Aurora1
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in patrol officer jobs.
- High school diploma or GED with valid state peace officer certification or eligibility
- Clean criminal record with no felony convictions and passing background investigation
- Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record for department vehicle operation
- Completion of a state-accredited law enforcement academy or equivalent military police training
- Physical fitness standards including written exam, agility test, and medical evaluation
- Proficiency with standard law enforcement tools including firearms, radio communications, and report-writing software
Tips for Your Patrol Officer Job Search
Tailor your resume to POST standards
Hiring panels in law enforcement score resumes against Peace Officer Standards and Training criteria. List your academy completion, state certification number, and any field training hours explicitly so reviewers can verify eligibility without asking follow-up questions.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists patrol officer openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Highlight specialized unit experience clearly
If you've rotated through traffic, K-9, or community outreach, name each unit and the specific duties you performed. Agencies filling specialized patrol roles filter quickly for candidates who have already worked in that environment, not just expressed interest.
Research each department's hiring cycle
Municipal and county agencies often run civil-service testing on fixed annual or biannual calendars. Missing a testing window means waiting months for the next one, so confirm open testing dates before you apply and calendar every deadline the posting lists.
Prepare for the structured oral board format
Most patrol officer interviews use a panel of three to five raters scoring behavioral questions on a fixed rubric. Practice answering with the Situation, Task, Action, Result structure so your responses map cleanly onto what raters are scoring rather than drifting into narrative.
Negotiate start date, not just pay grade
Civil-service pay scales are often fixed by rank, but academy start dates, shift assignments, and field training officer pairings can be negotiated. Asking about those details signals operational maturity and can meaningfully affect your first year on the job.
Patrol Officer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most patrol officers?
Allied Universal, GardaWorld Security Services US, and PalAmerican Security are hiring the most patrol officers right now, with openings concentrated in Texas, California, and North Carolina, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand tends to be highest in departments expanding community policing programs or backfilling positions after retirement waves.
How many patrol officer jobs are remote?
About 0% of patrol officer openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the inherently field-based nature of the role. The sub-areas most likely to offer any remote component are administrative coordination, report writing, and certain supervisory roles that handle scheduling or compliance functions.
How do you become a patrol officer?
Start by meeting your state's minimum eligibility requirements, which typically include a diploma or GED, a clean background, and a valid driver's license. Apply to a department's civil-service exam, pass written and physical fitness testing, then complete a state-accredited police academy. After academy graduation you'll enter field training under a certified officer before carrying a solo caseload.
Can you get hired as a patrol officer with little or no experience?
Yes, most departments hire entry-level recruits with no prior law enforcement experience and train them through a sponsored academy. What matters at the entry level is meeting character and fitness standards, passing civil-service testing, and demonstrating communication and judgment in oral boards. Military service, security work, or emergency medical experience strengthens your application but is rarely required.
What does the patrol officer interview process look like?
Most agencies run a multi-stage process that begins with a written civil-service exam, followed by a physical agility test and medical screening. Candidates who pass those stages advance to a structured oral board with a panel of officers scoring behavioral questions. A polygraph examination and thorough background investigation typically come next, with a final interview by a command-level officer before a conditional offer is extended.
Where can I find and apply to patrol officer jobs?
You can find and apply to patrol officer jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from departments and agencies across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your certification level, preferred location, and specialization, then apply directly to each listing that fits.
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