Armed Security Officer - Operations

Allied Universal; Glendale (AZ); On-site; USD 27,552 - 35,817; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift flexibility

Career growth

Health benefits

Perks program

Job summary

Allied Universal is seeking an Armed Security Officer - Operations in Glendale, AZ to safeguard government locations and provide professional customer service. This full-time role involves patrols, access control, and timely incident reporting as part of a collaborative team.

You will monitor assigned areas, respond to incidents, and maintain a visible presence to deter threats while following site procedures and regulatory requirements. The position offers daytime shifts and competitive pay.

Qualifications

• Armed security experience is required (minimum 1 year).
• Armed guard card or license is required.
• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Background check and drug screen will be conducted.

Responsibilities

• Provide visitor and employee support at government services locations with site procedures.
• Respond to incidents calmly and escalate to appropriate personnel.
• Conduct armed patrols of the facility, grounds, and perimeter to deter unauthorized activity.
• Monitor access points and verify authorized entry per site policies.
• Prepare timely incident and activity reports as required.

Skills

Customer service

Armed security

Patrols

Access control

Education

High school diploma or GED

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

Armed Security Officer - Operations in Glendale, AZ, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government, and more. As an Armed Patrol Officer with Allied Universal at a government location, you will monitor and patrol assigned areas, maintain a visible presence to help deter incidents, respond to security-related concerns, and provide professional customer service and communication. This role offers the opportunity to support a caring, agile, reliable, and innovative team that acts with integrity and delivers through teamwork.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $23.00 / Hour

Job Schedule: DayTimeMon08:30 AM - 05:30 PMTue08:30 AM - 05:30 PMWed08:30 AM - 05:30 PMThur08:30 AM - 05:30 PMFri08:30 AM - 05:30 PM

What You'll Do

• Provide customer service to visitors, employees, and members of the public at a government services location by carrying out site-specific procedures, access-control practices, and emergency response activities as appropriate.
• Respond to incidents, disturbances, and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem‑solving manner, notifying appropriate personnel and public agencies when needed.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols of the facility, grounds, parking areas, and perimeter to help deter unauthorized activity and identify security-related concerns.
• Monitor access points and verify authorized entry in accordance with site policies, maintaining awareness of visitor activity and restricted areas.
• Prepare clear, timely reports of incidents, observations, and security-related activities in accordance with Allied Universal and site requirements.

Minimum Requirements

• Possess at least 1 year of armed security-related, law enforcement, and/or military experience.
• Possess an armed guard card or license.
• Client requires proof of a high school diploma or GED.
• 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.

Requisition ID: 2026-1645532