Custom Protection Officer

Alliedbarton Security Services; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 39,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Allied Universal in Charlotte, NC is seeking a Custom Protection Officer to protect clients across industries. The role involves patrols, incident response, and enforcing site-specific safety policies.

Starting pay is $33 per hour, with responsibilities including customer service, monitoring for security incidents, and rapid response. Candidates must meet minimum requirements and pass background checks and drug screening as applicable.

Qualifications

• Be at least 21 years of age.
• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Background investigation required by law; Allied Universal considers qualified applicants with criminal histories.
• Drug screen required by law to the extent permitted.
• A valid driver’s license may be required for driving positions.

Responsibilities

• Perform security patrols of designated areas on foot or in vehicle.
• Watch for irregular or unusual conditions that may create security concerns or safety hazards.
• Sound alarms or call police or fire department in case of fire or presence of unauthorized persons.
• Provide customer service to our clients by carrying out safety and security procedures and site-specific policies.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Company 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 Custom Protection Officer, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Commercial Real Estate, Healthcare, Education, Government and more.

$33 / hour

Responsibilities:

• Perform security patrols of designated areas on foot or in vehicle
• Watch for irregular or unusual conditions that may create security concerns or safety hazards
• Sound alarms or calls police or fire department in case of fire or presence of unauthorized persons
• Provide customer service to our clients by carrying out safety and security procedures, site‑specific policies and when appropriate, emergency response activities
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem solving manner
• Conduct regular and random patrols around the business and perimeter. Working environments and conditions may vary by client site

Minimum Requirements:

• Be at least 21 years of age
• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent
• Must possess one or more of the following:
  • Service in Military Occupational Specialty related to law enforcement, security (such as Military Police, Elite Military Forces, combat arms) or any support role in a Combat Zone
  • Graduate of a Certified Public Safety Academy (military or civilian) or verified work experience in the law enforcement, adult corrections, or firefighter field
  • Bachelor’s degree in law enforcement or criminal justice related studies
  • A minimum of 8 or more years of service in any military branch
  • Associate’s degree (or 60 credits) or higher in law enforcement or criminal justice with current or prior active military service
• 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
• 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

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