Security Officer - Armed - Experience Required

Allied Universal; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 35,817 - 41,328; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart Tools

Career Growth

Financial and Health Benefits

Exclusive Perks

Job summary

Allied Universal is hiring an Armed Security Officer in Cincinnati, OH. This full-time role involves patrolling financial institution locations, monitoring access, handling incidents, and delivering professional customer service in a fast-paced environment.

Minimum requirements include at least 2 years of related security or law enforcement experience and a high school diploma. A valid driver's license is required, and the position is armed with a driving post, demanding reliability and

Qualifications

• Possess at least 2 years of law enforcement, military police, and/or corrections experience.
• A valid driver’s license is required in the state where the job is located.
• Be at least 21 years of age, including for armed roles.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to clients, visitors, and employees by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and/or appropriate emergency response activities at a financial services location.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, documenting observations and communicating with local leadership and/or emergency personnel as needed.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols throughout the location, including interior areas, entrances, parking areas, and perimeter points, with attention to unusual activity and/or unauthorized access.
• Monitor access control points and verify authorized entry for employees, visitors, and vendors, helping to support established protocols for restricted areas and sensitive operations.
• Support branch and/or office closing and opening procedures, assist with handling high-traffic public areas, and report maintenance, life hazard, and other security-related concerns according to site policy.

Skills

Customer service

Armed security

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Security Officer - Armed - Experience Required

Job Location: Cincinnati, OH (US-OH-Cincinnati)

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 - Experience Required in Cincinnati, OH, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Financial Institutions, and more. Join Allied Universal as an Armed Patrol Officer at a financial institution location, where you will monitor and patrol assigned areas, remain visible to help deter incidents, and support a professional atmosphere through strong customer service and communication. This is an armed and driving post, offering the chance to work with a team that is agile, reliable, and innovative, while putting people first and acting with integrity.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $28.00 / Hour

Job Schedule

• Mon: 06:00 AM – 02:00 PM
• Tue: 06:00 AM – 02:00 PM
• Wed: 06:00 AM – 02:00 PM
• Thur: 06:00 AM – 02:00 PM
• Fri: 06:00 AM – 02:00 PM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to clients, visitors, and employees by carrying out security-related procedures, site‑specific policies, and/or appropriate emergency response activities at a financial services location.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, problem‑solving manner, documenting observations and communicating with local leadership and/or emergency personnel as needed.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols throughout the location, including interior areas, entrances, parking areas, and perimeter points, with attention to unusual activity and/or unauthorized access.
• Monitor access control points and verify authorized entry for employees, visitors, and vendors, helping to support established protocols for restricted areas and sensitive operations.
• Support branch and/or office closing and opening procedures, assist with handling high‑traffic public areas, and report maintenance, life hazard, and other security‑related concerns according to site policy.

Minimum Requirements:

• Possess at least 2 years of law enforcement, military police, and/or corrections experience.
• A valid driver's license is required in the state where the job is located.
• Be at least 21 years of age.
• 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.

If you have difficulty using the online system and require an alternate method to apply or require an accommodation, please contact our local Human Resources department. To find an office near you, please visit: www.aus.com/offices.