Security Officer - Armed Prisoner Transport Officer
Clearwater, Florida
Position Type: Full Time
Shift Type: Afternoon, Evening, Morning, Overnight
Req ID: 2026-1606464
Work Days Available: Friday, Monday, Saturday, Sunday, Thursday, Tuesday, Wednesday
Date posted: 06/03/2026
Allied Universal is now Hiring Armed Security Professionals for External Prisoner/Arrestee Transport"
Must have a minimum of 2+ years’ Experience as a Certified Law Enforcement Officer Civilian OR Military or 2+ years Adult Corrections will Qualify
- Full Time / Part Time Positions Available
- 21+ Years of Age or Older
- Valid Driver's License - In Job State
- Must be able to pass Allied and Client Background to include MVR for consideration.
- D and G training provided at no cost to you.
$24.00 per hour, competitive benefits package, 6 paid holidays, and many opportunities for growth!
Allied Universal® is hiring a Transportation Officer. The Transportation Officer is responsible for the safe and secure transportation of individuals from specified sites to designated points. The Transportation Officer will ensure that assigned vehicles are in safe and correct working order and that they are in complete control of the transport vehicles at all times, operating in a safe and legal manner.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Inspect and prepare transportation vehicles for daily operation requirements; perform pre- and post-trip inspection of vehicles; fill out required paperwork to report any damage or defects
- Conduct pat-down searches; ensure that individuals are properly secured prior to leaving a facility, and while in a vehicle; ensure that all required paperwork is completed, accurately, and thoroughly when accepting individuals at a facility and delivering them to their appropriate destinations
- Safe operation of vehicles; ensure that all safety and legal measures are always followed while transporting individuals, including but not limited to all applications federal, state, municipal and organizational laws, regulations, policies and procedures
- Respond to emergencies and make emergency notifications as necessary pursuant to site Post Orders
QUALIFICATIONS (MUST HAVE):
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Current and valid driver's license
- Possess, or be able to obtain a Class D / Security Officer License Issued by the State of Florida
- Minimum of two (2) years of driving experience
- Minimum of two (2) years of experience in one or more of the following:
- Law enforcement
- Military Police
- Corrections
- Effective oral and written communication skills; able to write informatively, clearly and accurately
- Active listening skills
- Able to assess and evaluate situations effectively; identify critical Issues quickly and accurately
- Attention to detail; able to synthesize facts, concepts, principles
- Teamwork skills; able to mediate conflict with tact, diplomacy
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS (NICE TO HAVE):
- Possession of a current and valid Commercial Driver’s License with a Passenger endorsement
- Fluency in multiple languages (reading, writing, and speaking)
BENEFITS:
- Health insurance and 401k plans for full-time positions
- Schedules that fit with your personal life goals
- Ongoing paid training programs and career growth opportunities
- Employee discounts through our perks program to your favorite restaurants, entertainment venues and much more…
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