Armed Healthcare Security Officer — Full-Time with Benefits

Alliedbarton Security Services; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart Tools

Career Growth

Financial and Health Benefits

Exclusive Perks

Job summary

Allied Universal is hiring an Armed Patrol Officer in Charlotte, NC to safeguard clients across healthcare and other sites. The role emphasizes visible presence, access control, and professional communication to deter incidents and support a safe environment.

Qualified candidates bring 2+ years in law enforcement or related fields, a high school diploma, and preferred armed credentials. The position includes full-time hours and benefits, with opportunities for professional growth and training.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of law enforcement, military, or corrections experience.
• Access control and badge experience is preferred.
• An armed guard card or license is preferred.
• Customer service experience is preferred.
• Be at least 21 years of age for armed roles.
• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Background check and drug screen are required per policy.
• Licensing requirements may be required by state/local laws.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to clients, visitors, donors, and staff by carrying out site-specific procedures, access-control practices, and emergency response activities at a healthcare-related location.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols of the facility, parking areas, entry points, and perimeter to help identify and report unusual activity or potential security-related concerns.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, medical-related situations, and critical events in a calm, professional, problem-solving manner, following site procedures and applicable laws.
• Monitor access points and visitor activity, verify authorization as required, and maintain accurate activity, incident, and patrol documentation.
• Maintain professional communication with site personnel, emergency responders, and Allied Universal leadership while supporting a respectful environment for all individuals.

Skills

Customer service

Access control

Armed security

Patrol procedures

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Access control systems

Job description

Allied Universal is hiring an Armed Patrol Officer in Charlotte, NC to safeguard clients across healthcare and other sites. The role emphasizes visible presence, access control, and professional communication to deter incidents and support a safe environment.

Qualified candidates bring 2+ years in law enforcement or related fields, a high school diploma, and preferred armed credentials. The position includes full-time hours and benefits, with opportunities for professional growth and training.