Armed Security Officer - Government Site - Full Time

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 Armed Security Officer - Government Site - Full Time in Miami, FL, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government, and more. As a valued member of Allied Universal, you will help to deter security-related incidents by conducting armed patrols throughout government facilities, maintaining a visible presence, and delivering outstanding customer service. In this dynamic role, you will assist in creating a secure environment for all individuals, interacting with the public and staff, and responding to incidents as needed. You will embody our core values-agility, reliability, innovation, caring, teamwork, and integrity-while playing a crucial part in supporting a professional and welcoming location.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $27.01 / 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 clients and visitors by carrying out security-related procedures, following site-specific policies, and responding to emergency situations when appropriate.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, utilizing appropriate judgment and communication skills.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols throughout the property and perimeter to help to deter unauthorized activities and promote a secure environment.
• Monitor and control access to restricted areas and/or sensitive zones within the location, verifying credentials and reporting unauthorized access attempts.
• Document observations, incidents, and activities in detailed written reports and communicate relevant information to Allied Universal management and client representatives as required.
• Provide assistance to individuals as needed, including offering directions, answering questions, and supporting emergency response activities in accordance with site protocols.
• Remain alert to potential security-related risks or suspicious activity, reporting observations promptly to appropriate personnel.

Minimum Requirements:

• Have at least 3 years of combined law enforcement, military, or security-related experience or possess a college degree.
• Possess a valid armed guard card or license as required.
• Provide proof of a high school diploma or GED as required by client.
• 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-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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