Security Officer Armed Patrol Operations

Allied Universal; Gary (IN); On-site; USD 33,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart tools

Career growth

Health benefits

Perks program

Job summary

Allied Universal in Gary, IN is seeking a Security Officer Armed Patrol Operations at a financial institution. You will conduct armed patrols, deter security incidents, monitor access points, and provide professional customer service to clients and staff.

You will respond to alarms and incidents in a calm, professional manner, document patrol activities, and comply with licensing, background checks, and training requirements. This full-time role offers growth and benefits.

Qualifications

• Customer service experience is preferred.
• Armed guard license or certification required/preferred.
• CPR certification is preferred.
• Must be at least 21 years old for armed roles.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to clients and visitors at a financial institution with site-specific procedures.
• Conduct regular armed patrols of the facility and surrounding areas to deter unauthorized activity.
• Monitor access points and verify credentials according to site policies.
• Respond to incidents calmly and coordinate with emergency services when needed.
• Prepare accurate reports and maintain patrol and incident documentation.

Skills

Customer service

Armed guard license

CPR certification

Age 21+

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

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 Operations in Gary, IN, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Financial Institutions, and more. As an Armed Patrol Officer at a financial institution, you will conduct routine patrols, maintain a visible presence to help deter security-related incidents, respond to concerns, and provide professional customer service and communication. You will support a welcoming environment while working with a team that values integrity, reliability, agility, innovation, and a people-first culture at Allied Universal.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $18.58 / Hour

Job Schedule:

• Mon: 08:30 AM - 05:15 PM
• Tue: 08:30 AM - 05:15 PM
• Wed: 08:30 AM - 05:15 PM
• Thur: 08:30 AM - 05:15 PM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to clients and visitors at a financial institution by carrying out site-specific procedures, access-control protocols, and emergency response activities as appropriate.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols of the facility, banking areas, parking areas, entrances, and perimeter to help deter unauthorized activity and identify security-related concerns.
• Monitor access points, observe visitor and employee activity, and verify credentials in accordance with site policies and applicable procedures.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, suspicious activity, and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem-solving manner; request additional support from appropriate personnel and/or emergency services when needed.
• Prepare accurate reports and maintain required documentation regarding patrols, incidents, unusual activity, and other security-related matters.

Minimum Requirements:

• Possess an Armed Guard Card or license.
• Customer service experience is preferred.
• CPR certification 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.

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.