Security Officer – Armed Government Patrols

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.

As a Security Officer – Armed Government Patrols in Birmingham, AL, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government, and more. As an Armed Patrol Officer with Allied Universal, you will monitor and patrol designated areas within a government location, helping to deter security-related incidents and providing a visible presence. Your role includes conducting routine patrols, addressing incidents as they arise, and delivering exceptional customer service and communication. This armed position offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment, upholding Allied Universal’s values of agility, reliability, innovation, and integrity while contributing positively to the community. Join a team that puts people first and values collaboration and care in every interaction.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $17.53 / Hour

Job Schedule:

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 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.

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service by carrying out security-related procedures and site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols around the location and its perimeter to help to deter unauthorized activity.
• Monitor for unusual activity and/or security-related hazards, reporting observations to the appropriate personnel.
• Control access to the location by verifying identification and/or credentials as required.
• Complete detailed and accurate reports documenting incidents, observations, and activities during shifts.
• Collaborate with public transportation staff and/or law enforcement as necessary to support security-related objectives.

Minimum Requirements:

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Must possess a valid concealed carry weapons permit.
• Must have at least 1 year of security-related experience.
• Possession of an armed guard card or license is preferred.
• CPR certification is preferred.
• 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-related 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.

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.

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