Security Officer - Armed Government Facility

Allied Universal; Honolulu (HI); On-site; USD 41,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plans

Flexible schedules

Paid training

Employee discounts

Job summary

Allied Universal is seeking an Armed Security Officer in Hawaii. You will serve and safeguard clients across diverse industries, perform safety procedures, and respond to incidents.

The role requires meeting licensing, background, and fitness requirements and offers the chance to work in a dynamic security team. Minimum qualifications include being 21+, a high school diploma or equivalent, valid Hawaii license, and ability to carry firearms.

Qualifications

• Strong communication in English (oral and written)
• Proven customer service experience in security settings
• Familiarity with safety and security procedures and emergency response

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service and implement site-specific safety procedures and emergency response activities
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner
• Conduct regular and random patrols around the client site; adapt to varying environments per client site

Skills

English communication

Customer service

Security procedures

Emergency response

Patrol procedures

Education

High school diploma or GED

2 years armed forces service or 1 year law enforcement experience

Tools

Access-control systems

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.

As an Armed Security Officer you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Commercial Real Estate, Healthcare, Education, Government and more.

Rate of Pay: $36.00 an hour

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.

Site requirerments:

• Minimum 21 years of age
• High school diploma, GED
• Valid State of Hawaii driver's license or driver's license recognized in Hawaii;
• Meets HRS Chapter 463 security guard licensing requirements;+Meets all applicable Judiciary access and background requirements.
• Complete fingerprint-based background investigation
• Meets one qualifying experience path: 2 years honorable U.S. Armed Forces service (DD-214 if applicable) or 1 year qualifying full-duty law enforcement experience with separation in good standing
• Legally eligible to possess, carry, transport, and handle firearm and ammunition
• Required firearm license, permit, written authorization, certification, and qualification are current;
• Demonstrates sound judgment, maturity, alertness, professional conduct, strong moral character, and ability to make decisions under stress
• Able to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing, in English
• Basic computer, clerical, recordkeeping, typing, and access-control system skills;+Courteous and able to deal effectively with the public, Judiciary staff, law enforcement, and security personnel
• Able to complete initial pre-employment ASG medical and physical examination

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
• Valid State of Hawaii driver's license or driver's license recognized in Hawaii
• Meets HRS Chapter 463 security guard licensing requirements
• Legally eligible to possess, carry, transport, and handle firearm and ammunition
• Required firearm license, permit, written authorization, certification, and qualification are current
• Demonstrates sound judgement, maturity, alertness, professional conduct, strong moral character, and ability to make decisions under stress
• Able to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing, in English
• Basic computer, clerical, recordkeeping, typing, and access-control system skills
• Courteous and able to deal effectively with the public, Judiciary staff, law enforcement, and security personnel
• Able to complete initial pre-employment ASG medical and physical examination
• Cleared for use of an N95 disposable particulate respirator
• Physically capable of prolonged standing/walking, emergency response, use of screening equipment, CCTV, handcuffs, baton, and firearm, and intervention with violent or disturbed persons.
• 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.

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

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