Armed Security Officer
Listed on 2026-06-03
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Security
Security Guard, Armed Security
Job Description
Armed guard card holders are eligible for a $3,000 sign-on bonus!
Great opportunity for Veterans
We now offer flexible pay options like weekly pay and Instant Pay
As a Armed
Security Officer - Full Time in Sparks, NV
, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government, and more. Join Allied Universal as an Armed Patrol Officer at a government location, where you will monitor and patrol assigned areas, remain visible to help deter security-related incidents, and support a professional environment through strong communication and customer service. This armed post offers the opportunity to put your experience to work while reflecting our values of agility, reliability, innovation, teamwork, and integrity.
Position Type:
Full Time
Pay Rate: $25.00 / Hour
Job Schedule:
Day Time Mon 08:00 AM - 04:00 PM Tue 08:00 AM - 04:00 PM Wed 08:00 AM - 04:00 PM Thu 08:00 AM - 04:00 PM Fri 08:00 AM - 04:00 PM
What You'll Do:- Provide customer service to visitors, employees, and/or members of the public by carrying out site-specific procedures, access control activities, and appropriate emergency response actions at a government transportation location.
- Respond to incidents, disturbances, and/or critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, documenting observations and communicating with site contacts, supervisors, and/or public agency personnel as needed.
- Conduct regular and random patrols of transit-related buildings, parking areas, platforms, offices, and perimeter locations to help identify unusual activity and support security-related operations.
- Monitor entrances, restricted areas, and public-facing spaces while helping to enforce post orders, reporting procedures, and applicable rules for authorized access and prohibited items.
- Serve in an armed post capacity in accordance with Allied Universal policy, post instructions, and applicable laws, maintaining professionalism during interactions and while supporting response activities.
- Possess 1+ years of armed security-related, law enforcement, and/or military experience.
- Possess an armed guard card and/or license.
- A guard card and/or license is preferred.
- Customer service experience 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.
- 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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