Security Officer Armed Patrol Deterrence

Job Description

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 Patrol Deterrence in San Francisco, CA
, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government, and more. Join a leading team where flexibility meets opportunity. As a Part-Time Security Officer, you can build a schedule that works for you and explore new roles using our Claim a Shift platform. Learn more:  As an Armed Security Officer supporting a public transportation location, you will monitor and patrol assigned areas, maintain a visible presence to help deter security-related incidents, and assist visitors, employees, and the public with professionalism.

You will respond to situations with sound judgment, communicate clearly, and contribute to a welcoming environment. Allied Universal values agility, reliability, innovation, teamwork, caring for people, and integrity.

Position Type:
Part Time

Pay Rate: $27.95 / Hour

Job Schedule:

Day Time Tue
02:00 PM - 08:00 PMWed
02:00 PM - 08:00 PMThur
02:00 PM - 08:00 PMSun
01:00 PM - 09:00 PM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to employees, visitors, transit riders, and members of the public by carrying out site-specific security-related procedures, policies, and emergency response activities as appropriate.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of public transportation facilities, offices, platforms, parking areas, and surrounding perimeters to help identify and report unusual activity, hazards, and maintenance concerns.
• Monitor access points and visitor activity in accordance with established procedures, and assist with directing individuals to appropriate services or locations.
• Respond to incidents, disturbances, and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem-solving manner; document observations and notify appropriate personnel as directed.
• Maintain a visible presence throughout assigned government transportation locations to help deter unauthorized activity and support an orderly environment.

Minimum Requirements:

• Have at least one year of armed security-related, law enforcement, or military experience.
• Have at least one year of security-related experience.
• Possess an armed guard card or license.
• Pepper spray certification 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.

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 Benefits: Participate in our retirement savings plan to invest in your future.
• Exclusive Perks: Enjoy discounts on top brands and services through our Perks Program.

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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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