Security Officer Armed Access Control

Alliedbarton Security Services; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Allied Universal is seeking a Security Officer Armed Access Control in Nashville, TN to manage government location access, verify credentials, monitor activity, and provide professional visitor service to visitors and personnel.

You will conduct patrols, respond to incidents, and maintain visitor logs while upholding policies and safety procedures in a fast-paced, service-driven environment.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of security-related experience.
• Armed Guard Card/License required.
• Must be 21+ years old for armed roles.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Background check as per federal, state and local laws.
• Drug screen required where permitted by law.
• Licensing requirements may apply per state/local laws.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to visitors, staff, and officials by enforcing site-specific access-control procedures.
• Monitor access points, verify credentials, maintain visitor logs, and direct guests per procedures.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations calmly and notify appropriate personnel or emergency responders.
• Conduct regular patrols of assigned areas, entry points, and perimeters to deter unauthorized activity.

Skills

Customer service

Access control

Patrols

Incident response

Compliance

Education

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 Officer Armed Access Control in Nashville, TN, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government, and more. As an Armed Officer at a government location, you will manage access points, verify credentials, monitor activity, and provide professional customer service to visitors and personnel. You will help maintain a controlled environment through clear communication, attention to detail, and a visible presence that helps deter security-related incidents. Join Allied Universal’s caring, agile team and deliver trusted service with integrity and teamwork.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $20.00 / Hour

Job Schedule:

DayTimeMon06:00 AM - 02:00 PMTue06:00 AM - 02:00 PMWed06:00 AM - 02:00 PMThur06:00 AM - 02:00 PMFri06:00 AM - 02:00 PM

What You’ll Do:

• Provide customer service to visitors, staff, and officials by carrying out site-specific access-control procedures, policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities at a government location.
• Monitor access points, verify authorized entry credentials, maintain visitor logs, and direct guests in accordance with established procedures.
• Respond to incidents, access concerns, and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem-solving manner; notify appropriate personnel and/or emergency responders as required.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of assigned areas, entry points, parking areas, and the perimeter to help deter unauthorized activity.

Minimum Requirements:

• Have at least 1 year of security-related experience.
• Possess an Armed Guard Card/License.
• 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.

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.