Armed Security Officer - Corporate

Company 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.

Allied Universal is hiring an Elite Security Professional - Armed. The Elite Security Professional will conduct armed and/or unarmed foot and/or vehicle patrol (interior and/or exterior). Additional duties include controlling access and egress; monitoring CCTV and alarm systems; composing reports; deterring criminal activity and misconduct.

Now Hiring Armed Security Officer - Corporate

Pay Rate: $25.72 an hour.

The Ideal Candidate would have:

* Security Experience - 2+ Years

* 21+ Years of Age
* + Year Military or Law Enforcement Experience or Criminal Justice Degree

* Active Arizona Armed Guard Card

* Walk/Stand for Long Periods of Time

* Work Outside in the Element

RESPONSIBILITIES:

* Ensure the facility is provided with high quality security services to protect people and property.

* Perform security patrols of designated areas on foot or in vehicle

* Watch for irregular or unusual conditions that may create security concerns or safety hazards

* Sound alarms or calls police or fire department in case of fire or presence of unauthorized persons

* Warn violators of rule infractions, such as loitering, smoking, or carrying forbidden articles

* Permit authorized persons to enter property and monitors entrances and exits

* Observe departing personnel to protect against theft of company property and ensures that authorized removal of property is conducted within appropriate client requirements

* Investigate and prepare reports on accidents, incidents, and suspicious activities; maintain written logs as required by the post

* Provide assistance to customers, employees, and visitors in a courteous and professional manner

* Make emergency notifications as necessary pursuant to site Post Orders

* Make productivity and cost reduction recommendations to management

* Make recommendations for physical security surveys and post orders

* Report safety concerns, security breaches, and unusual circumstances both orally and in writing

* Preserve order and act to enforce regulations and directives for the site pertaining to personnel, visitors, and premises

* Maintain awareness and familiarity with the site-specific operations performance manual and post orders

* Use glass break tool when necessary to save children or adults stuck in hot vehicles

QUALIFICATIONS (MUST HAVE):

* High school diploma or equivalent

* Possess, or be able to obtain, any applicable state, county and municipal licensing and permit requirements for Armed Security Officers and specific protective device and weapons qualifications

* Must be willing to be trained on, carry, and utilize, if necessary, a Taser and baton

* Must possess one or more of the following;

* Minimum of three (3) years of military, law enforcement, or corrections officer experience

* Minimum of five (5) years of employment in an armed security role

* Current employment with Allied Universal with a minimum of four (4) years armed experience

* Be at least 21 years of age, or higher if required by the state

* Maintain proficiency in the use of all assigned protective equipment, restraint devices and weapons

* Be able to work flexible schedules and respond to work assignments with little to no advance notice

* Be able to operate radio or telephone equipment and/or console monitors

* Demonstrated ability to interact cordially and communicate with the public

* Effective oral and written communication skills

* Problem solving skills

* Active listening skills

* Assess and evaluate situations effectively

* Identify critical issues quickly and accurately

* Research, investigate, compile information

* Mediate conflict with tact, diplomacy

* Write informatively, clearly, and accurately

* Teamwork skills

* Attention to detail

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS (NICE TO HAVE):

* Service in Military Occupational Specialty related to law enforcement, security (such as Military Police, Elite Military Forces, combat arms) or any support role in a Combat Zone

* Graduate of a Certified Public Safety Academy (military or civilian) or verified work experience in the law enforcement, adult corrections, or firefighter field

* Bachelor's degree in law enforcement or criminal justice related studies

* A minimum of 8 or more years of service in any military branch

* Associate's degree (or 60 credits) or higher in law enforcement or criminal justice with current or prior active military service

BENEFITS:

* Medical, dental, vision, basic life, AD&D, and disability insurance

* Enrollment in our company's 401(k) plan, subject to eligibility requirements

* Seven holidays annually paid at time and a half, if worked

* 40 hours of vacation after one year of employment at eligible work assignments. Unused vacation is only paid out where…