Armed Security Officer

Company 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.

$37.80 / Hour

$5.75/hr up to 40 hours per week

To qualify, candidates must be 21+ with previous 2 years full-time Military, 1 year full-time Law Enforcement, or 3 years full-time Armed Security experience.

Armed Security Officer – Federal, Honolulu, HI. The role provides armed protective services in accordance with Allied Universal standards for a high‑profile customer. Duties include armed patrols, access control, CCTV and alarm monitoring, incident reporting, and customer service. The officer helps ensure the safety of personnel, visitors, and property by deterring threats, enforcing procedures, and responding to emergencies professionally and in strict adherence to security protocols.

• Ensure the facility is provided with high‑quality security services to protect people and property.
• Build, improve, and maintain effective relationships with client employees and guests.
• Report safety concerns, security breaches, and unusual circumstances verbally and in writing.
• Handle security issues and emergency situations according to protocol.
• Follow all directives relating to site‑specific operations including manuals and post orders.
• Greet and welcome visitors and employees; answer questions and assist as needed.
• Patrol the facility on foot or in a vehicle.
• Answer phones, monitor closed‑circuit television systems and alarms.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Current driver’s license if driving a company or customer‑owned vehicle.
• Licensing requirements are subject to state and/or local laws and regulations and may be required prior to employment.
• Must possess or be able to obtain each of the following:
  • Basic Life Support CPR/AED and First Aid from the AHA or ARC.
  • Federal and state firearms qualifications.
  • National Weapons Detection Training Program (NWDTP) certification.
  • OC, Baton and handcuffing certification.
  • Defensive tactics and de‑escalation tactics certification.
• Must possess one or more of the following:
  • Minimum of two (2) years of armed security experience.
  • Minimum of two (2) years of US military service.
  • Minimum of one (1) year full‑time armed civilian law enforcement experience.
• Minimum of 21 years of age, or higher as required by applicable law or contractual requirements.
• Able to operate radio or telephone equipment and/or console monitors.
• Demonstrated ability to interact cordially and communicate with the public.
• Effective oral and written communication skills; able to write informatively, clearly, and accurately; able to speak, read, and write fluently in English.
• Problem‑solving skills; able to assess and evaluate situations effectively; identify critical issues quickly and accurately.
• Attention to detail; able to compile, sort, and interpret data.
• Active listening skills; able to mediate conflict with tact, diplomacy.

• Ability to speak, read, and write in multiple languages (e.g., Spanish, Portuguese, French, Arabic).
• DHS Homeland Security Federal Protective Service Clearance.
• Associate’s degree or higher in Criminal Justice, Security Management, Business or a closely related field.

• 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.

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.

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