Armed Security Officer - Response Guard

Allied Universal; Tempe (AZ); On-site; USD 41,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart Tools access to extra shifts

Career growth opportunities

Retirement and health benefits

Perks program discounts

Job summary

Allied Universal is seeking an Armed Security Officer - Response Guard in Tempe, AZ to protect government locations and deter incidents through visible patrols, access control, and professional customer service. The role emphasizes teamwork, reliability, and adherence to site procedures.

Responsibilities include responding to alarms, documenting activities, and maintaining situational awareness alongside site leadership.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of combined law enforcement, military, and/or security-related experience, or a college degree.
• Access control and badge experience preferred.
• Armed guard card or license preferred.
• Background check required.
• Drug screen required where permitted by law.
• Licensing requirements depend on state/local regulations.
• Driver’s license required for driving positions only.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to employees, visitors, and the public at a government location.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations calmly and report to appropriate personnel or agencies.
• Conduct regular armed patrols of assigned facilities and report unusual activity or policy violations.
• Monitor access points and verify authorized entry per site procedures.
• Prepare accurate activity, incident, and patrol reports for Allied Universal leadership and site representatives.

Skills

Customer service

Access control

Patrolling

Alertness

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

College degree (optional)

Tools

Armed guard license

Job description

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.

As a Armed Security Officer - Response Guard in Tempe, AZ, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government, and more. Join Allied Universal as an Armed Security Officer supporting a government location. You will monitor and patrol assigned areas, maintain a visible presence to help deter security-related incidents, conduct access control activities, and provide professional customer service and communication. Bring your experience and integrity to a caring, team-focused culture that is agile, reliable, and innovative.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $23.34 / Hour

Job Schedule:

• Mon 03:30 PM - 09:30 PM
• Tue 03:30 PM - 09:30 PM
• Wed 03:30 PM - 09:30 PM
• Thur 03:30 PM - 09:30 PM
• Fri 08:00 AM - 05:30 PM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to employees, visitors, and members of the public at a government location by carrying out site-specific procedures, access-control requirements, and emergency response activities as appropriate.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem-solving manner, notifying appropriate personnel and/or public service agencies when needed.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols of assigned facilities, public areas, parking areas, and perimeter locations to help identify and report unusual activity, hazards, or policy violations.
• Monitor access points and verify authorized entry in accordance with site procedures, helping to deter unauthorized access and maintain orderly operations.
• Prepare accurate activity, incident, and patrol reports and communicate relevant information to Allied Universal leadership and site representatives.

Minimum Requirements:

• Possess at least 3 years of combined law enforcement, military, and/or security-related experience, or a college degree.
• Access control and badge experience is preferred.
• An armed guard card or license is preferred.
• Comfort using a computer or tablet 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.

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.

If you have difficulty using the online system and require an alternate method to apply or require an accommodation, please contact our local Human Resources department. To find an office near you, please visit: www.aus.com/offices.