Security Officer Armed Patrol Degree Qualified

Alliedbarton Security Services; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart Tools

Career Growth

Financial and Health Benefits

Exclusive Perks Program

Job summary

Allied Universal is seeking a Security Officer Armed Patrol Degree Qualified in Miami, FL to safeguard government facilities and deliver professional customer service. You will perform armed patrols, control access, and respond to incidents as part of a collaborative team.

The role requires security credentials, state licenses where applicable, and being 21 or older for armed positions. Training, benefits, and career growth opportunities accompany a full-time schedule.

Qualifications

• Must possess security credentials (DD214, Police Academy, or Corrections Academy) as listed.
• State/Local security license preferred.
• Be 21+ years old for armed roles; High school diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to visitors, employees, and the public at government facilities via site procedures and access-control protocols.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols of government buildings, parking areas, and entry points to deter unauthorized activity.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, disturbances, and critical situations with calm, professional problem-solving; coordinate with supervisors and responders.
• Monitor access points and verify authorization for entry while maintaining awareness of restricted areas.
• Prepare clear, accurate reports and maintain documentation for incidents, patrols, and security activities.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Patrols

Incident response

Education

Associate degree

60 college credits

Police Academy Certificate

Corrections Academy Certificate

High school diploma

Tools

Guard Card

Armed Guard Card

Driver's license

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 Degree Qualified 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 support access control activities. You will deliver professional customer service and clear communication while working as part of a team. Join Allied Universal, where agility, reliability, innovation, care, teamwork, and integrity guide our work every day.

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 at government facilities by carrying out site-specific procedures, access-control protocols, and emergency response activities as appropriate.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols of government buildings, parking areas, public access points, and perimeter areas to help deter unauthorized activity and identify security-related concerns.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, disturbances, and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem-solving manner; communicate with supervisors, emergency responders, and law enforcement as needed.
• Monitor access points and verify authorization for entry, while maintaining awareness of restricted areas, public spaces, and facility operations.
• Prepare clear, accurate reports and maintain required documentation for incidents, patrols, observations, and security-related activities.

Minimum Requirements:

• Possess a DD214 with an Honorable Discharge, an Associate Degree, 60 college credits, a Police Academy Certificate, or a Corrections Academy Certificate.
• A State, County, or City Issued Security-Related License is preferred.
• Handcuffs, pepper spray, and baton are preferred.
• A Guard Card or License is preferred.
• An Armed Guard Card or License 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.