Armed Security Officer - Corporate Headquarters
Listed on 2026-01-02
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Security
Armed Security, Security Guard, Site Security, Private Security
Armed Security Officer - Corporate Headquarters
Job Location s
US-MI-Saint Joseph
Category (Portal Searching)
Security Officer Level
Workdays Available Monday - Friday, Saturday - Sunday
Shifts Available Afternoon, Morning, Overnight
Business UnitAUS
OverviewCompany 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 DescriptionNow Hiring:
Armed Protection Officers - Corporate Headquarters Campus (Michigan)
Starting at $32 / hour
* Elite Assignment
* Full Benefits
* Career Growth
Allied Universal is seeking highly qualified security professionals to serve as Armed Custom Protection Officers at our client's Global Headquarters (GHQ) campus in St. Joseph, Michigan. This is a high-visibility, customer-facing assignment requiring exceptional professionalism, strong communication skills, and sound judgment.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Operate a vehicle as part of a mobile patrol and area surveillance team
- Support local executive protection and event security operations
- Provide local secure transportation for executives
- Serve as a first responder for security incidents and medical emergencies
- Interact with local law enforcement officers
- Deliver high-level customer service to employees, executives, and visitors
- Identify and report safety or security concerns
- Perform patrols, respond to incidents, and manage access control
- Monitor safety and security equipment/systems (CCTV, Access Control, etc.)
- Work within a coordinated, well-structured protection program
Provide armed security and emergency response across a large corporate campus
QUALIFICATIONS (MUST HAVE):
- Must be 21 years of age
- Licensing requirements are subject to state and/or local laws and regulations and may be required prior to employment
- Credible military, police, corrections, public safety, or private security experience of three or more years
- Exceptional decision-making skills: ability to effectively operate under pressure.
- Discretion and integrity; trusted to handle sensitive information.
- Must pass a background check and drug screening (as permitted by law)
- Must be willing and able to obtain a valid Michigan Concealed Carry Permit (CCW) upon hire or currently possess one
- Must possess one or more of the following:
Service in Military Occupational Specialty related to law enforcement, security (such as Military Police, Elite Military Forces, combat arms) or any support role in a Combat Zone
- Graduate of a Certified Public Safety Academy (military or civilian) or verified work experience in the law enforcement, adult corrections, or firefighter field
- Bachelor's degree in law enforcement or criminal justice related studies
- A minimum of 8 or more years of service in any military branch
Associate's degree (or 60 credits) or higher in law enforcement or criminal justice with current or prior active military service
- Professional appearance and demeanor; physically fit
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS (NICE TO HAVE):
- Degree in an area of study relevant to this position
- U.S. military service in a combat arms or military police/security forces capacity
- Certification or training in security management, firearms, executive protection, etc.
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:
- Starting at $32 / hour, weekly pay
- Medical/dental/vision
- 401K Plan
- Paid time off
- Extensive training and professional development
- Advancement opportunities across Allied Universal's nationwide network
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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