Armed Security Specialist - Protective Roles and Growth

Allied Universal; Monroe (LA); On-site; USD 58,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plans

Flexible schedules

Paid training

Employee discounts

Job summary

Allied Universal is hiring an Armed Security Officer in Monroe, LA. The role provides armed protective services, including patrols, access control, CCTV monitoring, and incident reporting to safeguard people and property.

The position emphasizes professionalism, adherence to security protocols, and strong customer service while enforcing site-specific procedures and responding to emergencies.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Current driver's license if driving a company or customer owned vehicle
• Licensing requirements are subject to state and/or local laws and regulations and may be required prior to employment
• Basic Life Support CPR/AED and First Aid from the AHA or ARC
• Federal and state firearms qualifications
• National Weapons Detection Training Program (NWDTP) certification
• OC, Baton and handcuffing certification
• Defensive tactics and de-escalation tactics certification
• Minimum of two (2) years of armed security experience or US military service or one year armed civilian law enforcement
• Minimum age 21+

Responsibilities

• Ensure the facility is provided with high-quality security services to protect people and property
• Build, improve and maintain effective relationships with client employees and guests
• Report safety concerns, security breaches, and unusual circumstances verbally and in writing
• Handle security issues and emergency situations according to protocol
• Follow all directives relating to site-specific operations including manuals and post orders
• Greet and welcome visitors and employees; answer questions and assist as needed
• Patrol the facility on foot or in a vehicle
• Answer phones, monitor closed-circuit television systems and alarms

Skills

Armed security experience

Communication skills

English fluency

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Patrol skills

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Driver's license

CPR/AED & First Aid

Firearms qualifications

NWDTP certification

OC/Baton certification

Tools

Armed Guard Card/License

Job description

Allied Universal is hiring an Armed Security Officer in Monroe, LA. The role provides armed protective services, including patrols, access control, CCTV monitoring, and incident reporting to safeguard people and property.

The position emphasizes professionalism, adherence to security protocols, and strong customer service while enforcing site-specific procedures and responding to emergencies.