Security Officer - Armed

Armed Security Officer

Allied Universal, North Americas 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. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that may include medical, dental, and vision coverage, life insurance, a retirement plan, employee assistance programs, company discounts, and other perks, depending on the position and eligibility.

As an Armed Security Officer, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Commercial Real Estate, Healthcare, Education, Government and more. Responsibilities include providing customer service to our clients by carrying out safety and security procedures, site-specific policies and when appropriate, emergency response activities. Responding to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem solving manner and conducting regular and random patrols around the business and perimeter. Working environments and conditions may vary by client site.

Minimum requirements include being at least 21 years of age for armed roles, possessing a high school diploma or equivalent, or 5 years of verifiable experience. 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. Applicants will also be subject to a drug screen to the extent permitted by law. Participation in industry specific security / safety training programs is required. Licensing requirements are subject to state and / or local laws and regulations and may be required prior to employment. A valid drivers license will be required for driving positions only.

Perks and benefits include health insurance and 401k plans for full-time positions, schedules that fit with your personal life goals, ongoing paid training programs and career growth opportunities, and employee discounts through our perks program to your favorite restaurants, entertainment venues and much more 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.