Armed Security Officer - Protect People & Premises

Allied Universal; Clarksville (TN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Retirement plans

Holiday pay

Vacation days

Job summary

Allied Universal is hiring an Armed Security Officer in Clarksville, Tennessee. The role offers full-time hours with multiple shift options.

Starting pay is $26.00 per hour, with duties spanning patrolling, access control, and rapid response to emergencies. The ideal candidate has 3+ years of security, military, or law enforcement experience or an Associate Degree in Criminal Justice, and must be 21+ years old with the ability to obtain licensing as required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent or 5 years verifiable experience.
• 3+ years of law enforcement, military, or private armed security experience.
• Must be 21+ years of age and able to pass licensing requirements.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; ability to articulate incident reports.
• Able to complete all range qualifications and functions.

Responsibilities

• Provide high quality security services, safeguarding personnel, property, and information.
• Conduct patrols within and around the facility to ensure protection of people and assets.
• Preserve order and enforce site rules and directives.
• Maintain proficiency with assigned protective equipment and weapons.
• Greet guests and escort visitors; secure ingress/egress points and classified information.
• Follow post orders and report safety concerns or incidents to client staff as appropriate.
• Respond to alarms and act as a first responder; provide basic first aid when needed.

Skills

Communication skills

Written reports

Observation skills

First aid

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate's Degree in Criminal Justice

Job description

Allied Universal is hiring an Armed Security Officer in Clarksville, Tennessee. The role offers full-time hours with multiple shift options.

Starting pay is $26.00 per hour, with duties spanning patrolling, access control, and rapid response to emergencies. The ideal candidate has 3+ years of security, military, or law enforcement experience or an Associate Degree in Criminal Justice, and must be 21+ years old with the ability to obtain licensing as required.