Security Officer Armed Patrol College Credit Qualified
About the role
As a Security Officer Armed Patrol College Credit Qualified in Miami, FL, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government, and more. As an Armed Security Officer at a government location, you will monitor and patrol assigned areas, maintain a visible presence to help deter security-related incidents, and respond professionally to site needs. You will deliver exceptional customer service and clear communication while supporting a caring, people-first culture. Join Allied Universal to work with an agile, reliable team that acts with integrity.
Responsibilities
- Provide customer service to visitors, employees, and/or members of the public while carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and emergency response activities at government facilities.
- Conduct regular and random armed patrols of assigned buildings, grounds, parking areas, access points, and perimeter areas to help deter unauthorized activity.
- Monitor access to restricted areas, verify authorization as directed by site procedures, and report suspicious activity or unauthorized access attempts.
- Respond to incidents, alarms, disturbances, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, following applicable site procedures and reporting requirements.
- Prepare accurate reports and maintain required activity logs, communicating observations and incidents to appropriate site contacts and Allied Universal leadership.
Requirements
- Possess an Armed Guard Card/License.
- Possess a DD214 with Honorable Discharge OR Associates Degree/60 College Credits OR Police Academy Certificate OR Corrections Academy Certificate.
- 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.
- 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.
Qualifications
- A Guard Card/License is preferred.
- Experience with Handcuffs/Pepper Spray/Baton is preferred.
- A valid driver's license will be required for driving positions only.
Benefits
- Access to exclusive technology to view and claim additional shifts to earn more.
- Get paid training and access to career growth opportunities.
- Enjoy access to a retirement savings plan, plus medical, dental, vision, basic life and AD&D, and disability insurance.
- Enjoy discounts on top brands and services through our Perks Program.
Pay
Pay Rate: $22.26 / Hour. This is a full-time position. You can expect to work a minimum of 30 hours per week.
Schedule
The schedule for this position has not been assigned yet. If you are selected to move forward, your schedule will be determined as you progress through the hiring, onboarding, and training process. Your manager will work with you to assign a schedule based on business needs before your start date.