Security Officer - Armed RPO Certified

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 RPO Certified in Camden, NJ, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries. Join Allied Universal at a high-profile public sector location where you will monitor assigned areas, conduct routine patrols, and stay visible to help reduce security‑related incidents. As an armed officer, you will document activity, respond to concerns, and deliver strong customer service through clear communication with visitors and staff.

Bring your agility and integrity to a team that is reliable, innovative, and people‑first, working together to support daily operations.

Position Type:
Full Time

Pay Rate: $21.11 / Hour

Plus $5.55 / Hour for Health and Welfare

• Mon 08:00 AM - 06:30 PM
• Tue 08:30 AM - 06:30 PM
• Fri 08:00 AM - 06:30 PM

• 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.

• Provide customer service to clients and visitors by carrying out security‑related procedures, site‑specific policies, and/or emergency response activities.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem‑solving manner, including documenting actions taken per post orders.
• Conduct regular and random patrols throughout the location, including interior and exterior areas, as permitted by site requirements.
• Monitor access points and report unusual conditions, suspicious activity, and/or policy violations to the appropriate contacts.
• Complete required reports and logs, communicate with site personnel, and follow Allied Universal guidelines for escalation and follow‑up.

• Have 3+ years combined law enforcement, military, and/or security experience or a college degree.
• Possess an Armed Guard Card and/or license.
• Possess a Corrections Officer license.
• Possess a New Jersey RPO Certificate.
• A state, county, or city issued security license is preferred.
• 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:

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