Security Professional - Armed Government

Company Overview:

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 Professional - Armed Government in Springfield, IL, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government, and more. Join Allied Universal as an Armed Patrol Officer, where you will be responsible for actively monitoring and patrolling assigned government locations. In this dynamic role, you will help to deter security-related incidents by maintaining a visible presence and responding promptly to situations as they arise. You will also have the opportunity to interact with visitors and staff, providing outstanding customer service while upholding our values of agility, reliability, and integrity. Be part of a team that puts people first and delivers through collaboration, making a meaningful impact every day.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $21.56 / 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 exceptional customer service by carrying out security-related procedures and site-specific policies, and responding to emergency situations as appropriate.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, following established protocols.
• Conduct regular and random patrols throughout government buildings and surrounding perimeters to help to deter unauthorized activities and maintain a visible Allied Universal presence.
• Monitor access points and verify identification to help to deter unauthorized entry into restricted areas.
• Maintain detailed and accurate records of incidents, observations, and daily activities as required.
• Collaborate with other Allied Universal team members and on-site personnel to support security-related objectives for the location.
• Remain alert and aware of surroundings, reporting any suspicious activity or security-related concerns to the appropriate authorities.
• Participate in ongoing training related to armed patrol duties and government facility protocols.

Minimum Requirements:

• Must have at least 1 year of security-related experience.
• Must possess an armed guard card or armed guard license as required by state, county, and/or local regulations.
• Must be at least 21 years of age for armed roles.
• A state, county, or city issued security license is preferred.
• Customer service experience 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.

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.