Security Officer - Armed Area Patrol

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 - Armed Area Patrol in Miami, FL, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government, and more. Join Allied Universal as an Armed Patrol Officer supporting a government location, where you will monitor and patrol assigned areas, conduct routine rounds, and stay highly visible to help to deter security-related incidents. You will respond to calls for service, document observations, and communicate clearly with staff and visitors while providing strong customer service. Bring integrity and teamwork to a caring culture that values being agile, reliable, and innovative.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $22.26/ Hour

Job Schedule:

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.

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to personnel and visitors at a government location by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and/or emergency response activities as directed by Allied Universal and site leadership.
• Conduct armed foot and/or vehicle patrols of buildings, parking areas, and perimeter to help to deter unauthorized activity and/or policy violations; working environments and conditions may vary by assignment.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including medical calls, disturbances, alarms, and/or suspicious activity; request assistance from law enforcement and/or emergency services when appropriate.
• Control access at entrances and restricted areas by verifying identification, screening visitors, and monitoring entrances to help maintain order and proper authorization.
• Document patrols, incidents, and policy violations in written reports and logs, and communicate updates to supervisors and oncoming personnel while following required weapons handling and reporting procedures.

Minimum Requirements:

• Have at least 1+ years' armed security, law enforcement, and/or military experience.
• Possess an armed guard card and/or license.
• Possess a college degree.
• Provide proof of a high school diploma and/or GED as required by the client.
• Be at least 21+ years of age.
• Provide a DD214 with Honorable Discharge OR an Associates Degree OR 60 college credits OR a Police Academy Certificate OR a Corrections Academy Certificate.
• Be at least 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.
• Participate in industry-specific security training programs.
• 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.

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.

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