Security Officer Armed Patrol DD214 Qualified

Allied Universal; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement savings plan

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life and AD&D insurance

Disability insurance

Perks Program

Job summary

Allied Universal in Miami, FL is seeking an armed security officer to patrol government facilities, maintain a visible presence, and deter incidents. The role involves responding to incidents, reporting activities, and ensuring safety with DD214-qualified credentials.

Minimum requirements include an armed guard card, DD214 with honorable discharge, and a high school diploma. The position is full-time with a daytime schedule and a pay rate of $22.89 per hour.

Qualifications

• Possess an armed guard card or license.
• DD214 with an honorable discharge, an associate degree, 60 college credits, a police academy certificate, or a corrections academy certificate.
• Handcuffing certification is preferred.
• For driving positions only, a valid driver’s license is required.
• Customer service experience is preferred.
• Be at least 21 years of age for armed roles.
• Background investigation will be conducted as per laws.
• Drug screening will be conducted as allowed by law.
• Industry-specific security training programs may be required.
• Licensing requirements may be state/local dependent.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to visitors, employees, contractors, and the public at government facilities, following site-specific procedures.
• Conduct regular armed patrols of buildings, grounds, parking areas and perimeter, documenting issues.
• Monitor restricted areas and verify credentials as required.
• Respond calmly to incidents, alarms, and disturbances and contact emergency responders when needed.
• Prepare accurate patrol and incident reports to deter unauthorized activity.

Skills

Armed guard license

Customer service

Driving ability

Age 21+

High school diploma

Background check expected

Drug screen required

Education

DD214 with honorable discharge

Associates degree / 60 college credits / police or corrections cert

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 DD214 Qualified in Miami, FL, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government, and more. As an Armed Security Professional at a government location, you will conduct routine patrols, maintain a visible presence to help deter incidents, respond to security-related concerns, and provide exceptional customer service and communication. This role offers the opportunity to support a professional environment while representing Allied Universal’s agile, reliable, innovative, and caring culture through teamwork and integrity.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $22.89 / Hour

Job Schedule:

DayTimeMon06:00 PM - 06:00 AMTue06:00 PM - 06:00 AMWed06:00 PM - 06:00 AM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to visitors, employees, contractors, and members of the public at government facilities by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols of assigned buildings, grounds, parking areas, access points, and perimeter areas, documenting unusual conditions and potential security-related concerns.
• Monitor access to restricted areas, verify credentials as required, and assist with directing visitors in accordance with site-specific procedures.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, disturbances, and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem-solving manner, notifying appropriate personnel and emergency responders as needed.
• Prepare accurate reports of patrol activities, incidents, observations, and actions taken while maintaining a professional presence that helps to deter unauthorized activity.

Minimum Requirements:

• Possess an armed guard card or license.
• Possess a DD214 with an honorable discharge, an associate degree, 60 college credits, a police academy certificate, or a corrections academy certificate.
• Handcuffing certification is preferred.
• This is primarily a driving post.
• Customer service experience is 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.