Armed Security Officer - Access Control

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.

As a Security Officer - Armed Access Control in Nashville, TN
, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government, and more. As an Access Control Officer with Allied Universal at a government location, you will monitor and patrol assigned areas, helping to deter security-related incidents while providing outstanding customer service and communication. This is an armed position, requiring an Armed Guard Card or License. You will play a key role in creating a secure environment for all visitors and staff, while demonstrating our values of reliability, teamwork, and integrity every day.

Position Type:
Full Time

Pay Rate: $20.00 / Hour

Job Schedule:

Mon 02:00 PM - 10:00 PM
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

• 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.

• Monitor and control access to the location, verifying credentials and authorizations for entry.
• Provide customer service by assisting visitors, employees, and guests with inquiries related to access procedures and site-specific protocols.
• Carry out security-related procedures and follow site-specific policies, including emergency response actions when appropriate.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner to help maintain order at the location.
• Conduct regular and random patrols around the premises and perimeter to help deter unauthorized activity.
• Document and report any security-related incidents, observations, or concerns according to Allied Universal protocols.
• Collaborate with onsite personnel and law enforcement as needed to address security-related matters.

• Possess a valid armed guard card or license.
• 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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