Armed Patrol Security Officer — Government Sites

Allied Universal; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 43,000 - 50,000; Full time

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Job summary

Allied Universal in Miami, FL seeks an Armed Security Officer to protect government facilities and deter incidents. You will perform armed patrols, monitor access, and respond calmly to emergencies while delivering professional customer service to visitors and staff.

The role requires an armed guard card or license, a minimum age of 21, a high school diploma, and successful background checks and drug screening. Schedule is to be determined with a full-time commitment.

Qualifications

• Armed guard card or license required.
• DD214 with honorable discharge, an associate degree or 60 college credits, a police academy certificate, or a corrections academy certificate required.
• Be at least 21 years old.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Background check and drug screen required by law.
• Licensing requirements may vary by state/local laws.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to visitors, employees, and the public per site policies and emergency procedures at government facilities.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, disturbances, and critical situations following established protocols.
• Conduct regular armed patrols of buildings, grounds, parking areas, entrances, and perimeter to deter unauthorized activity.
• Monitor access points and verify authorized entry; document visitor activity and incidents.
• Maintain firearms qualifications and handle equipment per laws and Allied Universal policies.

Skills

Customer service

Patrol operations

Emergency response

Report writing

Site security procedures

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree or 60 college credits

Police academy or corrections academy certificate

Job description

Allied Universal in Miami, FL seeks an Armed Security Officer to protect government facilities and deter incidents. You will perform armed patrols, monitor access, and respond calmly to emergencies while delivering professional customer service to visitors and staff.

The role requires an armed guard card or license, a minimum age of 21, a high school diploma, and successful background checks and drug screening. Schedule is to be determined with a full-time commitment.