Armed Security Officer — Govt Site Patrol

Allied Universal; Bloomington (IL); On-site; USD 27,000 - 38,000; Full time

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Job summary

Allied Universal is seeking an Armed Security Officer in Bloomington, IL to patrol a government site, deter threats, and provide professional visitor and employee support. You will perform routine patrols, monitor access, and respond to incidents with a calm, customer-oriented approach.

The role requires an armed guard card/license, a minimum of one year in security, and the ability to work a night shift schedule. Allied Universal offers training, benefits, and a people-first culture.

Qualifications

• At least one year of security-related experience is required.
• Possess an armed guard card or license.
• A state, county, or city-issued security-related license is preferred.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to visitors, employees, and agency personnel by carrying out site-specific security-related procedures, policies, and emergency response activities at a government location.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, disturbances, and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem-solving manner; notify appropriate personnel and emergency services as required.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols of assigned buildings, grounds, parking areas, access points, and perimeter areas to help deter unauthorized activity and identify security-related concerns.
• Monitor access to restricted areas, verify credentials as directed, and document visitor activity, incidents, observations, and patrol findings in accordance with site procedures.
• Maintain readiness of assigned equipment and complete required reports, logs, and communications while following applicable laws, regulations, and Allied Universal policies.

Skills

Customer service

Armed security

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Allied Universal is seeking an Armed Security Officer in Bloomington, IL to patrol a government site, deter threats, and provide professional visitor and employee support. You will perform routine patrols, monitor access, and respond to incidents with a calm, customer-oriented approach.

The role requires an armed guard card/license, a minimum of one year in security, and the ability to work a night shift schedule. Allied Universal offers training, benefits, and a people-first culture.