Security Officer - Armed Patrol

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 Vault Patrol
** in  
** Charlotte, NC** , you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Financial Institutions, and more. As an Armed Patrol Officer at a financial institution location, you will conduct routine patrols, stay highly visible to help reduce security-related incidents, and respond to alarms and concerns with calm, professional communication. You will deliver strong customer service while supporting a welcoming environment for staff and visitors.

At Allied Universal, you will work with a team that is agile, reliable, and innovative, and that leads with integrity and a people-first culture.

** Position Type:
Full Time*
* ** Pay Rate: $24.16 / Hour*
* *
* Job Schedule:

*
* ** Day*
* ** Time*
* Tue
02:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Wed
02:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Thur
02:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Fri
02:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Sat
02:00 PM - 10:00 PM

** 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 staff, visitors, and/or vendors by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities at a financial services location.

+ Maintain an armed, professional presence in accordance with Allied Universal policies, post orders, and applicable laws and/or licensing requirements.

+ Respond to alarms, suspicious activity, disturbances, and/or other incidents in a calm, problem-solving manner, documenting actions taken per site requirements.

+ Conduct regular and random patrols of interior and exterior areas, including entrances, parking areas, drive-through lanes, and perimeter points. Working environments and conditions may vary by client site.

+ Monitor access points and help to control entry into restricted areas, verifying authorization and directing visitors to appropriate check-in processes.

+ Observe for unusual conditions such as unsecured doors, tampered equipment, loitering, and/or potential hazards, and promptly report findings through established communication channels.

+ Operate required equipment such as radios, phones, and/or CCTV systems when available, escalating concerns to site leadership and/or public emergency services as needed.

+ Complete detailed reports including incident reports, patrol logs, and/or shift activity summaries, maintaining accurate documentation for security-related events.

+ Support closing and opening procedures as assigned, including checks of doors, alarm status, and/or restricted areas per post orders.

+ Assist with queue management and de-escalation of customer concerns when needed, coordinating with management and/or local law enforcement when appropriate.

*
* Minimum Requirements:

*
* + Have 3+ years' combined law enforcement, military, and/or security-related experience or a college degree.

+ Be 21+ years of age.

+ A Guard Card and/or license is preferred.

+ Alarm panel 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…