Armed Security Officer Corrections Patrol

Allied Universal; Elizabeth City (NC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart Tools

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Financial and Health Benefits

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Job summary

Allied Universal is seeking an armed Security Officer for patrol duties at a government location in Elizabeth City, NC. The role requires conducting regular armed patrols, monitoring access control, and maintaining professional customer service.

Qualified candidates have an armed guard card or license, at least six months of armed security/military experience, a valid driver’s license, and are 21 or older. A background check and drug screen are required by policy.

Qualifications

• Armed guard card or license required.
• Minimum six months armed security, law enforcement, or military experience.
• Valid driver’s license required by policy.
• Armed roles require age 21+ and background check.
• Drug screen may be required; licensing as per state laws.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to staff, visitors, and authorized personnel.
• Conduct regular armed patrols of buildings, grounds, and perimeters.
• Monitor access points, verify credentials, and document entries/exits.
• Respond calmly to incidents, alarms, and disturbances; coordinate with authorities.
• Prepare reports and communicate findings to supervisors.

Skills

Customer service

Armed security experience

Driver's license

Teamwork

Communication

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 Security Officer Armed Patrol Driver Operations in Elizabeth City, NC, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government, and more. Join Allied Universal as an Armed Patrol Officer supporting a government location. You will conduct routine patrols, maintain a visible presence to help deter security-related incidents, respond to concerns, and provide professional customer service and communication. This driving position requires a valid driver’s license and an armed guard card or license. Bring your integrity, reliability, and teamwork to a caring, innovative company that puts people first.

Position Type

Full Time

Pay Rate

$21.50 / Hour

Job Schedule

• DayTimeThur 05:45 PM - 06:00 AM
• Fri 05:45 PM - 06:00 AM
• Sat 05:45 PM - 06:00 AM

What You'll Do

• Provide customer service to staff, visitors, and authorized personnel at a government correctional location by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and emergency response activities as appropriate.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols of assigned buildings, grounds, access points, and perimeter areas to help identify unusual activity, unauthorized access, and policy violations.
• Monitor access control points, verify credentials and authorizations, and document the entry and exit of staff, visitors, contractors, and vehicles in accordance with site procedures.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, disturbances, and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem-solving manner; communicate with site personnel and public service agencies as directed.
• Prepare accurate reports, maintain required activity logs, and promptly communicate observations, incidents, and security-related concerns to supervisors and designated site contacts.

Minimum Requirements

• Possess an armed guard card or license.
• Have at least six months of armed security-related, law enforcement, or military experience.
• A valid driver’s license is required in accordance with Allied Universal driver policy requirements.
• 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.

Closing

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.