Security Officer - Armed - Experience Required

Allied Universal; Tempe (AZ); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Allied Universal is hiring an Armed Security Officer in Tempe, AZ. This full-time position requires 3+ years of security experience or a college degree, with responsibilities including patrols, providing security services, and responding to alarms. The role offers a pay rate of $22.55 per hour and various benefits including health insurance and paid training.

Benefits

Weekly Pay and DailyPay Available

Uniforms and Equipment provided at no cost

Health insurance and 401k plans for full-time positions

Paid Time Off

Ongoing paid training programs

Employee discounts through perks program

Qualifications

• 3+ years of law enforcement/military/security experience or a college degree.
• Armed Arizona Guard Card required.
• Excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide high quality security services, safeguarding personnel and property.
• Conduct patrols within and around the facility.
• Respond to security alarms and provide first aid as necessary.

Skills

Communication

Patrol Conduct

First Aid

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate's degree in Criminal Justice or related field

Job description

Security Officer - Armed - Experience Required

Job Locations

US-AZ-Tempe

Category (Portal Searching)

Security Officer Level

Shifts Available

Afternoon, Evening, Morning, 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

Unlock Your Potential: Explore a Career in Security Excellence!

Now hiring a Security Officer - Armed - Experience Required.

Pay Rate $22.55 per hour

Full Time - All Shifts Available

Qualifications:

3+ Years' Combined Law Enforcement/Military/Security Experience OR a College Degree
• Armed Arizona Guard Card.

Beneficial to Position:

• CPR Certification.
• Active Arizona Guard Card.

Perks and Benefits:

• We offer a variety of pay options: Weekly Pay and DailyPay Available
• Uniforms and Equipment provided at no cost
• Permanent, Excellent Benefits, Career Progression
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Training
• 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...

Allied Universal is hiring an Armed Security Officer. The Armed Security Officer is responsible for the safety and security of the facilities they protect. Our Armed Security Officers allow us to accomplish our company's core purpose which is "to service, secure and care for the people and businesses in our communities." Armed Security Officers act as a visible deterrent to crime and client rule infractions; they detect and report suspicious, unsafe or criminal acts at or near their assigned posts which may be a threat to the property, clients, guests or employees at the site.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide high quality security services, safeguarding personnel, property, and information
• Conduct patrols within and around the facility on foot, bicycle, or vehicle to ensure the protection of people, assets, and sensitive or classified information
• Preserve order and enforces rules, regulations, and directives for the viability of the site
• Maintains proficiency in the use of all assigned protective equipment, restraint devices and weapons.
• Greet guests and employees, assisting where appropriate; escort visitors and contractors, secure ingress and egress points, secure classified information
• Follow site-specific performance manuals and post orders, reporting safety concerns, security breaches, and unusual circumstances via written and verbal communication; interact with client and/or other security personnel regarding order execution when appropriate
• Respond to and assesses security alarms or emergency alarms; act as a first responder in emergency situations and provide first aid as necessary

QUALIFICATIONS (MUST HAVE):

• High school diploma or equivalent, or 5 years of verifiable experience
• Licensing requirements are subject to state and/or local laws and regulations and may be required prior to employment
• Minimum of three (3) years of law enforcement, military, or private armed security experience
• Minimum of 21 years of age (or higher if required by the state)
• Excellent communication skills; able to articulate and write clear and concise incident or situation reports
• Able to complete all range qualifications and functions

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS (NICE TO HAVE):

• Associate's degree or higher In Criminal Justice, Business, or a related field

Apply today and join a company that values internal promotions and offers clear paths for career growth.

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

2025-1381930