Armed Security Officer

Allied Universal; Tempe (AZ); On-site; USD 29,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart Tools

Career Growth

Health Benefits

Perks Program

Retirement Plan

Job summary

Allied Universal, North America’s leading security and facility services company, seeks an Armed Security Officer for a full-time daytime shift in Tempe, AZ. You will patrol facilities, deter incidents, and respond to security concerns with professionalism to protect clients and staff.

You will contribute to a welcoming environment through clear communication and exceptional customer service, with access to Smart Tools, training, and a range of benefits that support your growth and well-being.

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid armed guard card or license.
• Minimum six months armed security, law enforcement, or military experience.
• Customer service experience preferred.
• Must be at least 21 years old for armed roles.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Background check required under federal, state, and local laws.
• Drug screen required where permitted by law.
• Ability to complete industry-specific security training.
• Licensing requirements may be required by state/local laws.
• Driver’s license required for driving positions only.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to clients, patients, donors, visitors, and staff by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and emergency response activities as appropriate.
• Respond to incidents, medical emergencies, disturbances, and other critical situations in a calm, professional, problem-solving manner, following established protocols and notifying appropriate personnel.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols of the facility, parking areas, entry points, and perimeter to help deter unauthorized activity and identify potential security-related concerns.
• Monitor access to the location, verify authorized entry, and assist with visitor and contractor screening in accordance with site-specific requirements.
• Prepare clear, accurate reports of incidents, observations, and security-related activities, and maintain professional communication with site leadership and Allied Universal management.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

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.

Job Description

As a Armed Security Officer in Tempe, AZ, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Healthcare, and more. As an Armed Security Officer at a healthcare location, you will conduct routine patrols, maintain a visible presence to help deter incidents, and respond to security-related concerns with professionalism. You will support a welcoming environment through clear communication and exceptional customer service. Join Allied Universal, where our agile, reliable, innovative, and caring culture puts people first, delivers through teamwork, and acts with integrity.

Position Type

Full Time

Pay Rate

$23.00 / Hour

Job Schedule

DayTimeMon01:00 PM - 09:00 PMTue01:00 PM - 09:00 PMWed01:00 PM - 09:00 PMThur01:00 PM - 09:00 PMFri01:00 PM - 09:00 PM

What You'll Do

• Provide customer service to clients, patients, donors, visitors, and staff by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and emergency response activities as appropriate.
• Respond to incidents, medical emergencies, disturbances, and other critical situations in a calm, professional, problem-solving manner, following established protocols and notifying appropriate personnel.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols of the facility, parking areas, entry points, and perimeter to help deter unauthorized activity and identify potential security-related concerns.
• Monitor access to the location, verify authorized entry, and assist with visitor and contractor screening in accordance with site-specific requirements.
• Prepare clear, accurate reports of incidents, observations, and security-related activities, and maintain professional communication with site leadership and Allied Universal management.

Minimum Requirements

• Possess a valid armed guard card or license.
• Possess at least six months of armed security-related, law enforcement, or military experience.
• Customer service experience is preferred.
• 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 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.

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 and Health Benefits: Enjoy access to a retirement savings plan, plus medical, dental, vision, basic life and AD&D, and disability insurance.
• Exclusive Perks: Enjoy discounts on top brands and services through our Perks Program.

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.