Armed Security Officer

Allied Universal; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401k plans

Paid training programs

Employee discounts

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as an Armed Security Officer, where you'll play a vital role in ensuring safety and security in a dynamic environment. This position offers a rewarding career path with opportunities for growth while you protect people and property. You'll be part of a diverse team dedicated to making a positive impact in the community. With competitive pay and a range of benefits, including health insurance and ongoing training, this role is perfect for those with a passion for security and service. If you have the experience and the drive to excel in a challenging yet fulfilling role, we encourage you to apply.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of law enforcement/military/security experience or a college degree.
• Excellent communication skills for clear incident reporting.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality security services and conduct patrols.
• Respond to security alarms and act as a first responder.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Incident reporting

Emergency response

Patrolling

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate's degree in Criminal Justice or related field

Tools

Protective equipment

Restraint devices

Weapons

Job description

Allied Universal, North America’s leading security and facility services company, provides rewarding careers that give you a sense of purpose. While working in a dynamic, diverse and inclusive workplace, you will be part of a team that fuels a culture that will reflect in our communities and customers we serve. We offer medical, dental and vision coverage, life insurance, retirement plan, employee assistance programs, company discounts, perks and more for most full-time positions!

Starting Pay: $24.95 / hour paid WEEKLY with DailyPay options & benefits!

Schedule: Monday - Friday (3pm - 11pm)

MUST be 21+ years of age and MUST have 3+ Years' Combined Law Enforcement/Military/Security Experience OR a College Degree

Excellent opportunity to join the largest security company in the world, Allied Universal!

Allied Universal is hiring an Armed Security Officer. The Armed Security Officer is responsible for the safety and security of the facilities they protect. Our Armed Security Officers allow us to accomplish our company’s core purpose which is “to service, secure and care for the people and businesses in our communities.” Armed Security Officers act as a visible deterrent to crime and client rule infractions; they detect and report suspicious, unsafe or criminal acts at or near their assigned posts which may be a threat to the property, clients, guests or employees at the site.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide high quality security services, safeguarding personnel, property, and information
• Conduct patrols within and around the facility on foot, bicycle, or vehicle to ensure the protection of people, assets, and sensitive or classified information
• Preserve order and enforces rules, regulations, and directives for the viability of the site
• Maintains proficiency in the use of all assigned protective equipment, restraint devices and weapons.
• Greet guests and employees, assisting where appropriate; escort visitors and contractors, secure ingress and egress points, secure classified information
• Follow site-specific performance manuals and post orders, reporting safety concerns, security breaches, and unusual circumstances via written and verbal communication; interact with client and/or other security personnel regarding order execution when appropriate
• Respond to and assesses security alarms or emergency alarms; act as a first responder in emergency situations and provide first aid as necessary

QUALIFICATIONS (MUST HAVE):

• High school diploma or equivalent, or 5 years of verifiable experience
• Licensing requirements are subject to state and/or local laws and regulations and may be required prior to employment
• Minimum of three (3) years of law enforcement, military, or private armed security experience
• Minimum of 21 years of age (or higher if required by the state)
• Excellent communication skills; able to articulate and write clear and concise incident or situation reports
• Able to complete all range qualifications and functions

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS (NICE TO HAVE):

• Associate's degree or higher In Criminal Justice, Business, or a related field

BENEFITS:

• Health insurance and 401k plans for full-time positions
• Schedules that fit with your personal life goals
• Ongoing paid training programs and career growth opportunities
• Employee discounts through our perks program to your favorite restaurants, entertainment venues and much more…

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.

If you have any questions regarding Equal Employment Opportunity, Affirmative Action, Diversity and Inclusion, 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.