Security Guard Full Time Armed Associate Degree Patrol

Alliedbarton Security Services; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 63,773,000 - 74,390,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart Tools

Career Growth

Health benefits

Perks program discounts

Job summary

Allied Universal is seeking an Armed Security Guard to join our Miami team. This full-time role involves patrolling government facilities, monitoring access, and delivering professional security services. You’ll maintain logs, respond to incidents, and report findings to leadership while upholding customer service excellence.

The position emphasizes driving posts, 21+ age, and required credentials; a background check and drug screen apply. Competitive hourly pay and benefits are provided.

Qualifications

• Armed guard license or card required or able to obtain prior to employment.
• Associate degree, 60 college credits, or equivalent military/police training.
• DD214 with Honorable Discharge or security-related certificates are acceptable.
• Licensing and licensing prerequisites vary by state and may be required.

Responsibilities

• Provide armed security for government facilities and patrol assigned areas.
• Monitor access points, verify credentials, and maintain logs.
• Respond to incidents and emergencies following established protocols.
• Prepare accurate incident and patrol reports for leadership.

Education

Associate’s Degree

60 college credits

DD214 with Honorable Discharge

Police Academy Certificate

Corrections Academy Certificate

Armed Guard Card or License

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

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 Security Guard Full Time Armed Associate Degree Patrol in Miami, FL, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government, and more. As an Armed Security Officer at a government location, you will monitor and patrol assigned areas, maintain a visible presence to help deter security-related incidents, and provide outstanding customer service and communication. You will support a professional environment while responding to evolving site needs with integrity, teamwork, and care. Join Allied Universal and bring your agility, reliability, and commitment to innovative service to a meaningful armed patrol role.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $22.26 / Hour

Job Schedule:

DayTimeThur06:00 AM - 06:00 PMFri06:00 AM - 06:00 PMSat06:00 AM - 06:00 PM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to visitors, employees, contractors, and members of the public by carrying out site-specific security-related procedures, access-control policies, and emergency response activities at government facilities.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols of assigned buildings, grounds, parking areas, and perimeter locations to help to deter unauthorized activity and identify unusual conditions.
• Monitor access points, verify credentials and authorizations, maintain visitor and vehicle logs, and report access-control concerns in accordance with site procedures.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, disturbances, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, following established protocols and coordinating with appropriate emergency personnel when needed.
• Prepare clear and accurate reports regarding patrols, incidents, observations, and policy violations, and communicate relevant information to Allied Universal leadership and site representatives.

Minimum Requirements:

• Possess an Armed Guard Card or License.
• Possess a DD214 with an Honorable Discharge, an Associate’s Degree, 60 college credits, a Police Academy Certificate, or a Corrections Academy Certificate.
• This is primarily a driving post.
• Customer service experience is preferred.
• Baton Certification 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.

Florida State Security Agency License No. B8500287

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.