Security Officer - Armed Government Patrol

Security Officer - Armed Government Patrol 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 Government Patrol 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 patrols, maintain a visible presence, and respond to security-related concerns with calm, clear communication. You will document observations, assist with access control as needed, and collaborate with site contacts and local partners.

This armed post requires an Armed Guard Card or License, and offers a team-focused role where Allied Universal values agility, reliability, innovation, and integrity.

Position Type:
Full Time

Pay Rate: $22.26 / Hour

Job Schedule:

• Mon: 07:30 AM - 06:00 PM
• Tue: 07:30 AM - 06:00 PM
• Wed: 07:30 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 personnel and visitors while carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and/or emergency response activities at a government location.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols of buildings, parking areas, and perimeter areas, noting unusual activity and reporting concerns per post orders.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, coordinating with supervisors and/or public agencies as directed.
• Control access by screening individuals and vehicles as required, verifying identification and authorizations, and directing traffic flow when assigned.
• Complete detailed shift documentation such as incident reports, patrol logs, and daily activity reports, and maintain accountability of assigned equipment and duty weapon in accordance with Allied Universal policy.

• An armed guard card and/or license is required.
• Client requires proof of a high school diploma and/or GED.
• Be 21+ years of age for armed roles.
• Possess a DD214 with an honorable discharge or an associates degree or 60 college credits or a police academy certificate or a corrections academy certificate.
• Handcuffing certification is preferred.
• 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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