Security Officer Armed Access Control Specialist

Alliedbarton Security Services; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 46,000; Full time

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Job summary

Allied Universal is looking for an Armed Access Control Specialist in Nashville, TN to protect a government location. The role involves managing access, verifying credentials, monitoring entry points and maintaining a visible security presence.

As a full-time position, you will provide professional customer service, log visitors, and respond to incidents per established protocols. Pay rate is $20.00 per hour with daytime shifts.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of security-related experience.
• Armed guard card or license required.
• Must be 21+ years for armed roles.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Background check required by law.
• Drug screen required by law.
• Licensing requirements vary by state/locality.
• Driver’s license required for driving positions only.

Responsibilities

• Provide visitor/staff/customer service and enforce access-control procedures at a government location.
• Monitor entry points and verify authorized access to restricted areas.
• Maintain visitor logs and issue/collect visitor credentials.
• Respond to incidents calmly and follow reporting protocols.
• Conduct patrols of access points, public areas, and perimeter to deter unauthorized activity.

Skills

Security experience

Armed guard card

High school diploma

Background check required

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 Specialist in Nashville, TN, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government, and more. As an Armed Security Officer supporting a government location, you will manage access control, verify credentials, monitor entry points, and maintain a visible presence to help deter incidents. You will provide professional customer service and clear communication while supporting a secure environment for staff and visitors. Join Allied Universal, where agile, reliable, innovative teams put people first and act with integrity.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $20.00 / Hour

Job Schedule:

DayTimeMon02:00 PM - 10:00 PMTue02:00 PM - 10:00 PMWed02:00 PM - 10:00 PMThur02:00 PM - 10:00 PMFri02:00 PM - 10:00 PM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to visitors, staff, legislators, and contractors by carrying out access-control procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities at a government location.
• Monitor entry points and verify authorized access for individuals entering restricted or controlled areas in accordance with established procedures.
• Maintain accurate visitor logs, issue and recover visitor credentials as directed, and communicate access concerns to appropriate personnel.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, following established notification and reporting protocols.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of assigned access points, public areas, and the perimeter to help to deter unauthorized activity and identify security-related concerns.

Minimum Requirements:

• Have at least 1 year of security-related experience.
• Possess a valid armed guard card or 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.

Requisition ID

2026-1694588