Security Officer Armed Patrol

Alliedbarton Security Services; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart Tools

Career Growth

Financial and Health Benefits

Exclusive Perks

Job summary

Allied Universal is seeking a Security Officer Armed Patrol in Miami, FL. The role involves protecting government facilities, patrolling premises, and delivering professional customer service while adhering to security protocols.

The position is full-time with a minimum 30 hours per week and a pay rate of $22.26 per hour. Qualifications include an armed guard card, a high school diploma or equivalent, and relevant certifications. Training and growth opportunities are available.

Qualifications

• Armed guard card or license required.
• DD214 with honorable discharge, an associate degree or 60 college credits, a police academy certificate, or a corrections academy certificate required.
• Background checks and drug screening per law.
• Must be 21+ for armed roles.
• Driver's license required only for driving positions.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to visitors, employees, and the public per site policies and emergency response activities.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, disturbances, and critical situations following procedures and notifying authorities.
• Conduct regular armed patrols of buildings, grounds, parking areas, entrances, and perimeter areas.
• Monitor access points and verify authorized entry; document activity and observations via reports.
• Maintain firearms qualifications and handle equipment in line with laws and policy.

Skills

Customer service

Security procedures

Emergency response

Patrols

Report writing

Education

Associate degree or 60 college credits

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 Patrol in Miami, FL, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government, and more. As an Armed Patrol Officer at a government location, you will conduct routine patrols, maintain a visible presence to help deter incidents, respond to security-related concerns, and provide outstanding customer service and communication. This role offers the opportunity to support the community while representing Allied Universal’s agile, reliable, innovative, and caring culture through teamwork and integrity.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $22.26 / Hour

Job Schedule:

This is a full-time position. You can expect to work a minimum of 30 hours per week. The schedule for this position has not been assigned yet. If you are selected to move forward, your schedule will be determined as you progress through the hiring, onboarding, and training process. Your manager will work with you to assign a schedule based on business needs before your start date.

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to visitors, employees, and members of the public by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and emergency response activities at government facilities.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, disturbances, and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem-solving manner, following established protocols and notifying appropriate personnel and/or emergency services.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols of buildings, grounds, parking areas, entrances, and perimeter areas to help deter unauthorized activity and identify potential concerns.
• Monitor access points and verify authorized entry in accordance with site procedures; document visitor activity, incidents, and observations through clear and timely reports.
• Maintain required firearms qualifications and handle assigned equipment responsibly in accordance with applicable laws, training, and Allied Universal policies.

Minimum Requirements:

• An armed guard card or license is required.
• A DD214 with an honorable discharge, an associate degree or 60 college credits, a police academy certificate, or a corrections academy certificate is required.
• A guard card or license is preferred.
• Handcuffs, pepper spray, and a baton are preferred.
• 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.

Florida State Security Agency License No. B8500287

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.