Armed Security Officer – Transit Platform

Allied Universal; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 29,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart Tools

Career Growth

Benefits Package

Perks Program

Job summary

Allied Universal® in Denver, CO, is seeking an Armed Security Officer – Transit Platform. You will safeguard passengers, employees, and visitors at a government transit location with professional presence and customer service. The role requires armed duties, patrols, and detailed reporting to ensure safety and policy compliance.

Position Type: Full Time. Pay Rate: $25.00 / Hour. Schedule: Mon–Sun 2:00 PM – 10:00 PM.

Qualifications

• Have at least three years of combined law enforcement, military, or security-related experience, or possess a college degree.
• Be a graduate of a law enforcement or military police training program or equivalent.
• Have at least one year of armed security-related, law enforcement, or military experience.
• Possess an armed guard card or license.
• Be at least 21 years of age.
• 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 passengers, employees, and visitors while carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and emergency response activities at public transit locations.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols of transit stations, platforms, parking areas, facilities, and other assigned locations to identify and report suspicious activity, hazards, and policy violations.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, professional, and problem-solving manner, coordinating with transit personnel, emergency services, and/or law enforcement as appropriate.
• Maintain authorized firearms and other assigned equipment in accordance with licensing requirements, training, post orders, and Allied Universal policies.
• Document patrol activity, incidents, and observations through detailed reports and promptly communicate security-related concerns to designated personnel.

Skills

Customer service

Patrols

Emergency response

Report writing

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Law enforcement/military training graduate

Tools

Armed guard card/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 – Transit Platform in Denver, CO , you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government, and more. As an Armed Patrol Officer with Allied Universal, you will monitor and patrol a government transit location, maintain a professional presence to help deter security-related incidents, respond to concerns, and provide exceptional customer service and communication. Join a caring, agile team that puts people first, values reliability and innovation, works collaboratively, and acts with integrity while supporting a welcoming environment for passengers, employees, and visitors.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $25.00 / Hour

Job Schedule:

Day Time

Mon02:00 PM – 10:00 PM

Tue02:00 PM – 10:00 PM

Wed02:00 PM – 10:00 PM

Thur02:00 PM – 10:00 PM

Sun02:00 PM – 10:00 PM

What You’ll Do:

• Provide customer service to passengers, employees, and visitors while carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and emergency response activities at public transit locations.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols of transit stations, platforms, parking areas, facilities, and other assigned locations to identify and report suspicious activity, hazards, and policy violations.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, professional, and problem-solving manner, coordinating with transit personnel, emergency services, and/or law enforcement as appropriate.
• Maintain authorized firearms and other assigned equipment in accordance with licensing requirements, training, post orders, and Allied Universal policies.
• Document patrol activity, incidents, and observations through detailed reports and promptly communicate security-related concerns to designated personnel.

Minimum Requirements:

• Have at least three years of combined law enforcement, military, or security-related experience, or possess a college degree.
• Be a graduate of a law enforcement or military police training program or equivalent.
• Have at least one year of armed security-related, law enforcement, or military experience.
• Possess an armed guard card or license.
• Be at least 21 years of age.
• 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 .

Job ID: 2026-1640657

Location: United States-Colorado-Denver

Job Category: Security Officer, Armed Security