Security Officer - Armed

MedStar Health; Columbia (SC); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading security and facility services company is looking for an Armed Security Officer in Columbia, SC. This position offers a dynamic work environment with competitive pay and significant career advancement opportunities. Candidates should have at least one year of armed security experience and a high school diploma or equivalent. Comprehensive benefits, including health insurance and 401k plans, are available for full-time employees.

Benefits

Health Insurance

401k Plans

Ongoing Paid Training Programs

Employee Discounts

Qualifications

• 1+ Years Armed Security, Law Enforcement or Military Experience.
• 21+ Years of Age with a Valid SC Driver's License.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service by ensuring safety and security procedures.
• Respond calmly to incidents and conduct regular patrols.

Skills

Customer Service

Problem Solving

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

5 Years of Verifiable Experience

Job description

Security Officer - Armed

Job Locations

US-SC-Columbia

Category (Portal Searching)

Security Officer Level

Workdays Available

Monday - Friday, Saturday - Sunday

Shifts Available

Evening, Overnight

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. We offer comprehensive benefits for most full-time positions, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, life insurance, a retirement plan, employee assistance programs, company discounts, perks, and more.

Job Description

As an Armed Security Officer you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Commercial Real Estate, Healthcare, Education, Government and more.

Join the World's Leading Global Security Company!

Competitive pay rates! Weekly Pay! DailyPay!

Career Advancement Opportunities

Full Time Available

Starting Base Pay: $15.54 per hour

Must be Able to Walk / Stand for Long Periods of Time AND Work Outside in the Elements

Paid Orientation. Uniforms and Equipment at No Cost!

Qualifications:

1+ Years Armed Security, Law Enforcement or Military Experience
21+ Years of Age with a Valid SC Driver's License

Responsibilities:

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 for armed roles
• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent, or 5 years of verifiable experience
• 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/safety 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

Perks and Benefits:

• Health insurance and 401k plans for full-time positions
• Schedules that fit with your personal life goals
• Ongoing paid training programs and career growth opportunities
• Employee discounts through our perks program to your favorite restaurants, entertainment venues and much more...

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 any questions regarding Equal Employment Opportunity, have difficulty using the online system and require an alternate method to apply, or require an accommodation at any time during the recruitment and/or employment process, please contact our local Human Resources department. To find an office near you, please visit: www.aus.com/offices.

Requisition ID

2025-1393441