Armed Security Officer - Transit Platform

Allied Universal; Englewood (CO); On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart Tools

Career Growth

Financial and Health Benefits

Exclusive Perks

Job summary

Allied Universal is seeking an Armed Security Officer for transit platforms in Englewood, Colorado. The role involves protecting passengers, visitors, and staff, and applying site-specific security procedures and emergency response protocols.

You will patrol stations and surrounding areas, respond to incidents calmly, document activities clearly, and maintain proficiency with security equipment while adhering to laws and company policies.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of combined law enforcement, military, or security experience or a college degree.
• 1+ years of armed security-related, law enforcement, or military experience.
• High school diploma or equivalent; Armed Guard card/license required.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to passengers, visitors, and personnel while carrying out security-related procedures and emergency response activities.
• Respond to incidents calmly and notify transit personnel and agencies as needed.
• Conduct armed patrols of stations, platforms, parking areas, and perimeter to deter unauthorized activity and identify security concerns.
• Prepare clear activity and incident reports and communicate information to Allied Universal leadership and site contacts.

Skills

Customer service experience

Armed security experience

Computer literacy

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Armed Guard Card or license

Job description

Armed Security Officer - Transit Platform

Job Locations

US-CO-Englewood

Category (Portal Searching): Security Officer Level

Workdays Available: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday

Shifts Available: Afternoon

Business Unit: AUS

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

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $25.00 / Hour

Job Schedule:

• Mon: 03:00 PM - 01:00 AM
• Tue: 03:00 PM - 01:00 AM
• Wed: 03:00 PM - 01:00 AM
• Thur: 03:00 PM - 01:00 AM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to passengers, visitors, and personnel while carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and emergency response activities at transit facilities and surrounding areas.
• Respond to incidents, disturbances, medical events, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner; notify appropriate transit personnel and public agencies as needed.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols of stations, platforms, parking areas, vehicle yards, offices, and perimeter areas to help deter unauthorized activity and identify security-related concerns.
• Maintain proficiency with authorized equipment and follow applicable laws, policies, and procedures regarding the carrying, handling, and reporting of firearms and other assigned equipment.
• Prepare clear, accurate activity and incident reports and communicate relevant information to Allied Universal leadership and site contacts.

Minimum Requirements:

• Possess 3 or more years of combined law enforcement, military, or security-related experience, or a college degree.
• Possess 1 or more years of armed security-related, law enforcement, or military experience.
• Possess an Armed Guard Card or license.
• Be comfortable using a computer or tablet, preferred.
• Possess customer service experience, 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.

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.

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.

Requisition ID

2026-1678688