Armed Security Officer — Career Growth & Training

Allied Universal; Salem (OR); On-site; USD 37,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plans

Ongoing paid training

Job summary

Allied Universal in the United States is hiring an Armed Security Officer to provide armed protective services for a high-profile customer. The officer will perform armed patrols, access control, CCTV and alarm monitoring while upholding security protocols and customer service standards.

You will help ensure the safety of personnel, visitors, and property by deterring threats, enforcing procedures, and responding to emergencies with professionalism.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Current driver’s license if driving a company or customer owned vehicle.
• Licensing requirements are subject to state and/or local laws and regulations and may be required prior to employment.
• Basic Life Support CPR/AED and First Aid from the AHA or ARC.
• Federal and state firearms qualifications.
• National Weapons Detection Training Program (NWDTP) certification.
• OC, Baton and handcuffing certification.
• Defensive tactics and de-escalation tactics certification.
• Minimum of two (2) years of armed security experience or military service or armed civilian law enforcement experience.
• Minimum of 21 years of age.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the facility is provided with high-quality security services to protect people and property
• Build, improve and maintain effective relationships with both client employees and guests
• Report safety concerns, security breaches, and unusual circumstances verbally and in writing
• Handle security issues and emergency situations according to protocol
• Follow all directives relating to site-specific operations including manuals and post orders
• Greet and welcome visitors and employees; answer questions and assist as needed
• Patrol the facility on foot or in a vehicle
• Answer phones, monitor closed-circuit television systems and alarms

Skills

Oral communication

Written communication

English fluency

Active listening

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Allied Universal in the United States is hiring an Armed Security Officer to provide armed protective services for a high-profile customer. The officer will perform armed patrols, access control, CCTV and alarm monitoring while upholding security protocols and customer service standards.

You will help ensure the safety of personnel, visitors, and property by deterring threats, enforcing procedures, and responding to emergencies with professionalism.