Armed Security Officer Response - Full Time

Allied Universal; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart Tools

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Job summary

Allied Universal in Memphis, TN is seeking a Security Officer Full Time Armed Response to safeguard clients across Education and other sectors. You will conduct routine armed patrols, maintain a visible presence to deter incidents, and respond to security concerns while delivering professional customer service to students, staff and visitors.

Minimum requirements include 2+ years in security, an armed guard card/license, 21+ for armed roles, and a high school diploma.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of security-related experience.
• Armed guard card or license.
• 21 years of age or older for armed roles.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Background check required by federal, state and local laws.
• Drug screen required where permitted by law.
• State/local licensing may be required.
• Willingness to complete industry-specific security training.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to students, staff, visitors and school personnel while enforcing site procedures and access-control practices.
• Respond to incidents, disturbances and medical events in a calm, professional manner and notify appropriate personnel.
• Conduct regular armed patrols of campus buildings, parking areas, entrances and perimeters.
• Monitor access points and visitor activity; verify authorization during operations and events.
• Prepare accurate incident and activity reports according to site procedures.

Skills

Customer service

Patrols

Access control

Emergency response

Education

High School Diploma

Armed guard license

Tools

Armed Guard License

Driver's license

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 Full Time Armed Response in Memphis, TN, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Education, and more. As an Armed Security Officer at an educational location, you will conduct routine patrols, maintain a visible presence to help deter incidents, and support a welcoming environment for students, staff, and visitors. You will respond to security-related concerns, communicate professionally, and provide exceptional customer service. Join Allied Universal, where an agile, reliable, innovative, and caring culture puts people first through teamwork and integrity.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $22.00 / Hour

Job Schedule: DayTimeMon07:30 AM - 04:00 PMTue07:30 AM - 04:00 PMWed07:30 AM - 04:00 PMThur07:30 AM - 04:00 PMFri07:30 AM - 04:00 PM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to students, staff, visitors, and school personnel while carrying out site-specific procedures, access-control practices, and emergency response activities.
• Respond to incidents, disturbances, medical events, and other critical situations in a calm, professional, problem-solving manner, notifying appropriate school personnel and emergency services as needed.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols of campus buildings, parking areas, entrances, athletic areas, and perimeter locations to help deter unauthorized activity and identify security-related concerns.
• Monitor access points and visitor activity, verify authorization when applicable, and help maintain orderly entry and exit procedures during school operations and events.
• Prepare accurate reports of incidents, observations, and security-related activities in accordance with Allied Universal and site-specific procedures.

Minimum Requirements:

• Have at least 2 years of security-related experience.
• Possess an armed guard card or license.
• 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.