Security Officer - Armed Driver Patrol

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 Driver Patrol in Burgaw, NC, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government, and more. Join a leading team where flexibility meets opportunity. As a Part-Time Security Officer, you can build a schedule that works for you and explore new roles using our Claim a Shift platform. Learn more: aus.com/earnmore. As an Armed Patrol Officer in a government location, you will monitor and patrol assigned areas, maintain a visible presence that helps to deter incidents, and respond to security-related concerns with calm, professional communication. This is an armed post requiring a valid armed guard card/license and a valid driver’s license under AU driver policy requirements. Join Allied Universal’s caring culture where teamwork, integrity, and reliability guide every shift.

Position Type: Part Time

Pay Rate: $21.50 / 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 to personnel and visitors by carrying out security-related procedures, location-specific policies and when appropriate, emergency response activities within a government corrections setting.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including de-escalation support and timely notification to on-site leadership and/or public agency partners.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols of buildings, grounds and perimeter areas; working environments and conditions may vary by location.
• Monitor access control points, verify identification and authorization, and document entries, exits and security-related events in logs and/or electronic systems.
• Assist with contraband awareness, perimeter breach response support and coordination during movements and restricted-area activities as directed by post orders.

Minimum Requirements:

• An armed guard card/license is required.
• A minimum of 6 months of armed security-related, law enforcement, and/or military experience is required.
• Be at least 21 years of age.
• A valid driver’s license is required in accordance with Allied Universal driver policy requirements.
• 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.

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.