Armed Security Officer - Transit

About the role

As an Armed Security Officer supporting a government transit location, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government, and more.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to passengers, visitors, employees, and/or contractors by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities at transit facilities and surrounding property.
• Respond to incidents, disturbances, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, contacting appropriate transit personnel, emergency services, and/or law enforcement as needed.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols of transit stations, platforms, parking areas, administrative buildings, vehicle access points, and perimeter areas to help deter unauthorized activity and report security-related concerns.
• Maintain required firearm qualifications and follow applicable laws, regulations, Allied Universal policies, and site-specific procedures regarding the carrying and use of assigned equipment.

Requirements

• Have 3+ years of experience as a Military Police Officer, Corrections Officer, Armed Security Professional, or be a certified Law Enforcement Graduate.
• Have at least 1 year of security-related experience.
• Possess an Armed Guard Card/License.
• Possess a DD214 with Honorable Discharge, an Associate's Degree, 60 college credits, a Police Academy Certificate, or a Corrections Academy Certificate.
• Customer service experience is preferred.
• Be at least 21 years of age for armed roles.
• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent.

Qualifications

• Minimum age requirement for armed roles.
• Pass a background investigation in accordance with all federal, state, and local laws.
• Pass a drug screen to the extent permitted by law.

Skills

• Communication skills.
• Commitment to integrity.

Benefits

• Access to a retirement savings plan.
• Medical, dental, vision, basic life and AD&D, and disability insurance.
• Discounts on top brands and services through the Perks Program.

Pay

$25.00 / Hour

Schedule

DayTime Mon: 05:30 PM - 01:30 AM Tue: 05:30 PM - 01:30 AM Wed: 05:30 PM - 01:30 AM Thur: 05:30 PM - 01:30 AM Fri: 05:30 PM - 01:30 AM

Why Join Us

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.

Closing

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: www.aus.com. If you have difficulty using the online system and require an alternate method to apply or require an accommodation, please contact our local Human Resources department. To find an office near you, please visit: www.aus.com/offices.