Security Officer - Armed Patrol Specialist

Security Officer - Armed Patrol Specialist

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.

Location: Pompano Beach, FL

As a Security Officer – Armed Patrol Specialist you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government. Your duties include monitoring and patrolling government locations, deterring security incidents, providing a visible and reassuring presence, engaging with the public, and delivering outstanding customer service.

• Position Type: Full Time
• Pay Rate: $20.30 / Hour
• Job Schedule: Day Time
  • Tue: 07:00 AM - 06:00 PM
  • Wed: 07:00 AM - 06:00 PM
  • Thu: 07:00 AM - 06:00 PM

• Smart Tools:
  Access to 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.

• Provide customer service to clients by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies and/or emergency response activities as needed.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner while maintaining professionalism.
• Conduct regular and random patrols around the government location and its perimeter to help deter unauthorized activity and promote a secure environment.
• Monitor for and report suspicious activities, hazards, or security-related concerns within the assigned area.
• Support access control procedures by verifying credentials and assisting with visitor management as required.
• Collaborate with local law enforcement and/or emergency responders during critical situations or emergencies at the location.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of incidents, patrols, and other security-related activities according to Allied Universal and client protocols.
• Remain alert and ready to respond to changing situations, adapting to various working environments and conditions as required by the client site.

• A minimum of one year of armed security, law enforcement, or military experience is required.
• An armed guard card or license is required.
• Applicants must provide a DD214 with honorable discharge or possess an associate degree, have completed 60 college credits, hold a police academy certificate, or a corrections academy certificate.
• Be at least 21 years of age for armed roles.
• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
• 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 background investigation in accordance with all federal, state, and local 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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