Security Officer - Armed Patrol

Security Officer - Armed Patrol

Job Location s

US-SC-York

Category (Portal Searching)
Security Officer Level

Workdays Available Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday

Shifts Available Afternoon

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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 Patrol in York, SC, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government, and more. As an Armed Patrol Officer at a government location, you will monitor and patrol assigned areas to help maintain a secure environment. You will conduct routine patrols, stay highly visible to help discourage security-related incidents, support access control and badge checks, and assist with screening operations as needed.

You will represent Allied Universal with integrity, teamwork, and a people-first approach while delivering professional communication and customer service.

Position Type:
Full Time

Pay Rate: $20.00 / Hour

Job Schedule:

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.

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to Allied Universal clients by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities at a government location.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols of buildings, grounds, parking areas, and perimeter points; working environments and conditions may vary by site.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, providing timely notifications to appropriate personnel and/or public agency partners as required by post orders.
• Monitor access points and visitor activity, helping to deter unauthorized entry and/or prohibited items, and directing visitors to the proper check-in areas per site procedures.
• Complete detailed reports on patrol activity, incidents, and unusual observations; maintain required permits, training, and equipment readiness consistent with an armed post.

Minimum Requirements:

• Have at least 1 year of armed security, law enforcement, and/or military experience.
• Be at least 21 years of age.
• Access control and badge experience is preferred.
• X-ray screening experience is preferred.
• An armed guard card and/or license 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.

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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