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About the Role
Allied Universal® is hiring an Armed Security Officer to provide armed protective services in accordance with Allied Universal standards for a high profile customer. Duties include armed patrols, access control, CCTV and alarm monitoring, incident reporting, and customer service. The Armed Security Officer will help ensure the safety of customer personnel, visitors, and property by deterring threats, enforcing procedures, and responding to emergencies with professionalism and strict adherence to security protocols.
Responsibilities
- Ensure the facility is provided with high-quality security services to protect people and property
- Build, improve and maintain effective relationships with both client employees and guests
- Report safety concerns, security breaches, and unusual circumstances verbally and in writing
- Handle security issues and emergency situations according to protocol
- Follow all directives relating to site-specific operations including manuals and post orders
- Greet and welcome visitors and employees; answer questions and assist as needed
- Patrol the facility on foot or in a vehicle
- Answer phones, monitor closed-circuit television systems and alarms
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Current driver’s license if driving a company or customer owned vehicle
- Licensing requirements are subject to state and/or local laws and regulations and may be required prior to employment
- Must possess, or be able to obtain, Basic Life Support CPR/AED and First Aid from the AHA or ARC
- Must possess, or be able to obtain, Federal and state firearms qualifications
- Must possess, or be able to obtain, National Weapons Detection Training Program (NWDTP) certification
- Must possess, or be able to obtain, OC, Baton and handcuffing certification
- Must possess, or be able to obtain, Defensive tactics and de-escalation tactics certification
- Minimum of two (2) years of armed security experience OR Minimum of two (2) years of US military service OR Minimum of one (1) year full-time armed civilian law enforcement experience
- Minimum of 21 years of age, or higher as required by applicable law or contractual requirements
- 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; able to write informatively, clearly, and accurately; able to speak, read, and write fluently in English
- Problem solving skills; able to assess and evaluate situations effectively; identify critical issues quickly and accurately
- Attention to detail; able to compile, sort, and interpret data
- Active listening skills; able to mediate conflict with tact, diplomacy
Skills
- Armed patrols
- Access control
- CCTV monitoring
- Alarm monitoring
- Incident reporting
- Customer service
- Radio operation
- Telephone operation
- Console monitoring
- Public interaction
- Oral communication
- Written communication
- Problem solving
- Active listening
- Conflict mediation
Location
- Onsite
Work Type
- Full-time
Experience Level
- 2+ years of armed security experience
- 2+ years of US military service
- 1+ year of civilian law enforcement experience
Education Level
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Associate’s degree or higher in Criminal Justice, Security Management, Business or a closely related field (preferred)
Salary/Compensations
- $43.00 Per Hour
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Company retirement plans
- Schedules that fit with personal life goals
- Ongoing paid training programs
- Career growth opportunities
- Employee discounts through perks program
About the Company
- 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.
Equal Opportunity
- 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.