Security Officer Armed Correctional Facility
Listed on 2026-10-22
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Security
Armed Security, Site Security, Security Officer
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 DescriptionAs a Security Officer Armed License Driver in Troy, NC
, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government, and more. Join Allied Universal as an Armed Patrol Officer supporting a government corrections location. You will conduct routine patrols, maintain a visible presence to help deter incidents, respond to security-related concerns, and provide professional communication and customer service. This driving post requires a valid driver’s license in accordance with Allied Universal driver policy requirements.
Bring integrity, reliability, and a team-focused mindset to a role where your work makes a meaningful difference.
Position Type:
Full Time
Pay Rate: $21.50 / Hour
Job Schedule:Day Time Fri
05:45 AM - 06:00 PM Sat
05:45 AM - 06:00 PM Sun
05:45 PM - 06:00 AM
What You'll Do:
- Provide customer service to clients, staff, visitors, and/or residents by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities.
- Respond to incidents, disturbances, and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem-solving manner, following established protocols and reporting requirements.
- Conduct regular and random armed patrols throughout government correctional facilities, including buildings, grounds, access points, and perimeter areas.
- Monitor access and movement within assigned areas, verify credentials as required, and report unusual activity or policy violations.
- Carry authorized equipment in accordance with Allied Universal, client, and applicable legal requirements, and complete accurate incident and activity reports.
Minimum Requirements:
- A valid driver’s license is required in accordance with Allied Universal driver policy requirements.
- An armed guard card/license is preferred.
- A valid firearms permit 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 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.
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