Security Officer - Armed Campus Patrol

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 Campus Patrol in North Charleston, SC
, you will serve and safeguard clients in various industries such as Education, and more. As a Patrol Armed Officer with Allied Universal in an educational setting, you will be responsible for conducting routine armed patrols across the campus, maintaining a visible presence to help deter security-related incidents, and providing outstanding customer service to students, staff, and visitors. This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a dynamic location, while upholding the values of teamwork, integrity, and putting people first.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $21.00 / Hour

Job Schedule: Day Time
Mon 03:30 PM – 11:00 PM
Tue 03:30 PM – 11:00 PM
Wed 03:30 PM – 09:00 PM
Thu 03:30 PM – 11:00 PM
Fri 07:30 AM – 05:00 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 by following security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and responding to emergencies as needed.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, supporting a positive environment at the location.
• Conduct regular and random patrols throughout the educational facility and its perimeter to help deter unauthorized activity and identify potential concerns.
• Monitor entrances, exits, and key areas to help deter unauthorized access and maintain awareness of the surroundings.
• Assist students, staff, and visitors with security-related inquiries and provide guidance as appropriate.
• Document incidents, observations, and actions taken during assigned shifts according to Allied Universal and client protocols.
• Coordinate with local law enforcement and/or emergency services when required.
• Maintain a visible and approachable presence to help deter disruptive behavior and promote a secure environment within the educational setting.

• Possess an Armed Guard Card or License.
• Be at least 21 years of age.
• Provide one of the following: DD214 with Honorable Discharge, or an Associate's 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: