Security Officer - Armed

Allied Universal; Jackson (MS); On-site; USD 26,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plans

Flexible schedules

Paid training

Job summary

Allied Universal is seeking security professionals to provide customer service while upholding safety and site-specific policies. The role involves calm, decisive responses to incidents and performing regular patrols around client sites to ensure security and safety.

Applicants should be prepared for background checks and drug screening where permitted, and to participate in industry-specific training programs. A valid driver’s license may be required for driving positions.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Background check will be conducted in accordance with laws.
• Drug screen required where permitted by law.
• Participation in industry-specific training programs may be required.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to clients by carrying out safety and security procedures 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.

Skills

Customer service

Emergency response

Site patrols

Policy compliance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

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.

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 Eligible for our company's retirement plans
• 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…

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

To find an office near you, please visit: www.aus.com/offices.