Security Officer - Armed Patrol Agent

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.

As a Security Officer - Armed Patrol Agent in Miami, FL
, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government, and more. As an Armed Patrol Officer supporting a government location, you will conduct routine foot and/or vehicle patrols, maintain a visible presence to help deter security-related incidents, and respond to calls for service with clear communication and professionalism. You will document observations, assist staff and visitors, and coordinate with local responders as needed.

Bring your armed guard card or license and join Allied Universal, where agility, reliability, innovation, teamwork, and integrity guide every shift.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $22.26 / Hour

Day Time Tue  06:00 PM - 06:00 AM
Wed 06:00 PM - 06:00 AM
Sun 06:00 AM - 06:00 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 staff and visitors at a government location by carrying out post orders, site-specific policies, and/or emergency response activities.
• Perform armed patrol duties in accordance with Allied Universal protocols, applicable laws, and site procedures while maintaining proper weapon retention and control.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including de-escalation, coordination with public agencies, and timely notification to site leadership.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of buildings, grounds, and perimeter areas to help deter unauthorized activity and/or policy violations; working environments and conditions may vary by site.
• Complete written reports and logs for security-related incidents, patrol activity, and notable observations, and support access control measures such as checking identification and monitoring entry points as assigned.

• Have 3+ years combined law enforcement, military, and/or security-related experience or a college degree.
• Possess an armed guard card and/or license.
• Provide proof of 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:

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