Security Officer Armed Patrol

Allied Universal; Punta Gorda (FL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart tools

Career growth

Retirement plan

Discount programs

Job summary

Allied Universal, North America’s leading security and facility services company, is hiring an Armed Security Officer for a government location in Punta Gorda, FL. You will monitor assigned areas, patrol facilities and parking lots, deter incidents, and communicate professionally with staff and visitors.

This is a full-time, armed post requiring an Armed Guard Card or license. Candidates should have 2+ years of law enforcement, military police, or corrections experience, be at least 21, and hold

Qualifications

• 2+ years of law enforcement, military police, or corrections experience.
• Armed guard card or license.
• Be at least 21 years of age for armed roles.
• Background investigation as per federal/state/local laws.
• Drug screen required where permitted by law.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to personnel, visitors, and the public while following security procedures at a government location.
• Conduct regular armed patrols of assigned facilities, parking areas, and access points.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, disturbances, and critical situations in a calm, professional manner.
• Monitor access to assigned areas and verify authorization.
• Prepare accurate reports and communicate observations to Allied Universal leadership.

Skills

Customer service

Armed patrols

Incident response

Access control

Report writing

Education

High school diploma

Job description

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 a Security Officer Armed Patrol in Punta Gorda, FL, 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 monitor and patrol assigned areas, maintain a visible presence to help deter incidents, respond to security-related concerns, and communicate professionally with staff and visitors. This armed post requires an Armed Guard Card or License. Join Allied Universal and bring your law enforcement, military police, or corrections experience to a team that values agility, reliability, innovation, teamwork, caring, and integrity.

Position Type

Full Time

Pay Rate

$21.00 / Hour

Job Schedule

• Mon 08:00 AM - 05:00 PM


• Tue 08:00 AM - 05:00 PM


• Wed 08:00 AM - 05:00 PM


• Thur 08:00 AM - 05:00 PM


• Fri 08:00 AM - 05:00 PM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to personnel, visitors, and members of the public while carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and emergency response activities at a government law-enforcement location.


• Conduct regular and random armed patrols of assigned facilities, parking areas, access points, and perimeter areas to help identify unusual activity and report concerns.


• Respond to incidents, alarms, disturbances, and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem-solving manner, following established post orders and applicable procedures.


• Monitor access to assigned areas, verify authorization as directed, and maintain awareness of individuals entering and leaving the location.


• Prepare accurate reports and communicate observations, incidents, and security-related concerns to appropriate personnel and Allied Universal leadership.

Minimum Requirements:

• Possess 2+ years of law enforcement, military police, or corrections experience.


• Possess an 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.

Florida State Security Agency License No. B8500287

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.