Security Officer Armed Bilingual Federal Clearance

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. We offer comprehensive benefits for most full-time positions, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, life insurance, a retirement plan, employee assistance programs, company discounts, perks, and more.

Armed Security Officer - FPS/DHS Contract

Allied Universal is actively hiring candidates for Part Time Armed Protective Security Officer Billingual positions in San Juan, Puerto Rico

Allied Universal 's Officers are the foundation of success at Allied Universal . The goal is to create and preserve an environment where employees, visitors, and properties are safe and well-protected. Working with Allied Universal offers a variety of employment opportunities for your unique career plan! Whether you are a part-timer, or a careerist Allied Universal gives you the training and development to learn and grow.

Pay rate: $22.55* per hour

• $17.75 per hour – $4.80 Health and Wellfare

The Perks:

• Best Job in the area
• Predominately Monday-Friday work Schedule upon operations requirements
• Most Federal Holidays off
• Sick and Vacation hours accrual according to local labor law
• 401K for full time positions upon eligibility requirements
• Opportunities for additional training to aid in your development.

Essential Functions:

• Ensure the facility is provided with high-quality security services to protect people and property.
• Build, improve, and maintain effective relationships with both client employees and guests.
• Report safety concerns, security breaches, and unusual circumstances verbally and in writing.
• Handle security issues and emergencies according to MaxSent protocol.
• Understand site-specific operations including manuals and post orders.
• Greet visitors and employees in a cheerful and welcoming manner.
• Answer questions and assist visitors and employees.
• Remain flexible to ever-changing environment; adapts well to different situations.
• Patrol the facility on foot or in a vehicle.
• Answer phones and greet guests and employees.
• Monitor closed-circuit television systems and alarms in mostly all locations.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years of age or older as required by applicable law or contractual requirements AND possess a high school diploma or GED.
• Must meet at least ONE of the following italicized criteria:
  • Minimum of two (2) years of armed security experience
  • Minimum of two (2) years of service in National Guard service (active or reserve), Military Occupational Specialty related to law enforcement, security (such as Military Police, Elite Military Forces, combat arms) or any support role in a Combat Zone
  • Graduate of a Certified Public Safety Academy (military or civilian) and raining, or
  • Successful completion of police officers' standard training courses.
  • Candidates should have prior firearms 2 years’ experience.
• DHS Homeland Security Federal Protective Service Clearance preferred or be subject for a clearance process on time.
• Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills required, verbal and written fluency in English and Spanish is required.
• Ability to work in a team-oriented environment with the ability to work independently.
• Ability to communicate effectively both languages (English and Spanish) orally and in writing for public interaction and report writing.
• Neat and professional appearance.
• Friendly and professional demeanor.
• Ability to provide quality customer service.
• Ability to handle emergencies efficiently and effectively at client sites.
• Candidates must complete pre-employment background, drug screen, physical exam, and reference check.
• Firearms License under Puerto Rico jurisdiction and armed registered according to Puerto Rico Police Department.

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 any questions regarding Equal Employment Opportunity, have difficulty using the online system and require an alternate method to apply, or require an accommodation at any time during the recruitment and/or employment process, please contact our local Human Resources department. To find an office near you, please visit: www.aus.com/offices.