Armed Security Officer (3 yrs exp)

About the role

Allied Universal®, North America’s leading security and facility services company, offers rewarding careers that provide 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 served. The Armed Security Officer is responsible for the safety and security of the facilities they protect, acting as a visible deterrent to crime and client rule infractions, detecting and reporting suspicious, unsafe or criminal acts, and responding to emergencies as a first responder. This role supports the company’s core purpose “to service, secure and care for the people and businesses in our communities.” The position is advertised for Nashville, Tennessee, with position highlights noting the work location as Memphis, TN 38141.

Responsibilities

• Provide high quality security services, safeguarding personnel, property, and information
• Conduct patrols within and around the facility on foot, bicycle, or vehicle to ensure the protection of people, assets, and sensitive or classified information
• Preserve order and enforces rules, regulations, and directives for the viability of the site
• Maintains proficiency in the use of all assigned protective equipment, restraint devices and weapons.
• Greet guests and employees, assisting where appropriate; escort visitors and contractors, secure ingress and egress points, secure classified information
• Follow site-specific performance manuals and post orders, reporting safety concerns, security breaches, and unusual circumstances via written and verbal communication; interact with client and/or other security personnel regarding order execution when appropriate
• Respond to and assesses security alarms or emergency alarms;