Security Officer Command Center in Cumberland, RI
Job title from Allied Universal: Security Officer Command Center
Source: Allied Universal job site (securitycareers-aus.icims.com). This job is posted on the company's own site; we last checked it on Oct 21, 2026.
License in Rhode Island
To work as a security guard in Rhode Island you need the Employee registration: each employee of a licensed private security guard business must be registered (or licensed) before working, via a verified 'employee's registration statement'; the Attorney General keeps the list of registered persons. The business, not the guard, holds the licence (R.I. Gen. Laws 5-5.1-18), issued by the Rhode Island Office of the Attorney General, Bureau of Criminal Identification (licensing of private security guard businesses, R.I. Gen. Laws 5-5.1).
How the pay compares
This job pays USD 4.40 an hour more than the typical USD 20.60 an hour for security guard jobs in Rhode Island (51 jobs that list the pay).
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About Allied Universal here
Allied Universal has 6 more open security guard jobs in Cumberland, RI.
Typical pay at Allied Universal in Rhode Island: USD 20.60 an hour (43 jobs that list the pay).
Job description from Allied Universal
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 Command Center in Cumberland, RI, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Healthcare, and more. As a Dispatch Officer in a healthcare location, you will coordinate communications, monitor activity, and support timely responses to security-related needs. You will help maintain access control processes, document incidents, and provide exceptional customer service while working collaboratively with site personnel. Join Allied Universal, where our agile, reliable, innovative, and caring culture puts people first and delivers through teamwork and integrity.
Position Type: Full Time
Pay Rate: $25.00 / Hour
Job Schedule:
DayTimeMon03:00 PM - 11:00 PMTue03:00 PM - 11:00 PMThur11:00 PM - 07:00 AMFri06:00 PM - 02:00 AMSat06:00 PM - 02:00 AMWhat You'll Do:
- Provide customer service to staff, visitors, patients, and/or vendors by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities.
- Monitor and coordinate communications from the dispatch center, receiving calls, documenting requests, and directing appropriate personnel to incidents and service needs.
- Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, notifying site contacts and emergency responders as directed by established procedures.
- Maintain accurate dispatch logs, incident records, and activity reports, escalating concerns through established communication channels.
- Monitor access control, alarm, and camera systems as assigned, reporting irregular activity and helping to deter unauthorized access at the healthcare location.
Minimum Requirements:
- Possess at least one year of security-related experience.
- CPR certification is preferred.
- Ability to lift up to 20 pounds is preferred.
- Access control and badge experience is preferred.
- Comfort using a computer or tablet 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.
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
2026-1690350Apply on the Allied Universal site
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