Armed Security Officer - Correctional Facility

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.

About the role

Join Allied Universal as an Armed Patrol Officer supporting a government corrections location. You will conduct routine armed patrols, maintain a visible presence to help deter security-related incidents, document observations, and communicate professionally with staff and visitors. Bring a service-focused approach to a team that is agile, reliable, innovative, and committed to acting with integrity while putting people first.

Position Type: Part Time

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to personnel, visitors, and/or the public while carrying out site-specific security-related procedures, policies, and emergency response activities at a government corrections location.
• Respond to incidents, disturbances, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem-solving manner; notify appropriate personnel and/or emergency services as directed by site procedures.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols of assigned interior and exterior areas, including buildings, grounds, access points, and perimeter locations, to help deter unauthorized activity.
• Monitor access to assigned areas; verify authorization, maintain required logs, and report suspicious activity, policy violations, and/or hazardous conditions according to post orders.
• Complete accurate incident reports, daily activity reports, and other required documentation while maintaining a professional presence and following applicable laws, regulations, and Allied Universal procedures.

Requirements

• An armed guard card 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 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.

Pay

$21.50 / Hour

Schedule

• Tuesday: 05:45 AM - 06:00 PM
• Wednesday: 05:45 AM - 06:00 PM

Benefits

• 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 Benefits: Participate in our retirement savings plan to invest in your future.
• Exclusive Perks: Enjoy discounts on top brands and services through our Perks Program.