Security Officer Armed Patrol Protective Services

Allied Universal; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart Tools

Career Growth

Financial and Health Benefits

Exclusive Perks

Job summary

Allied Universal is seeking an Armed Security Officer in Miami, FL to protect government locations and people. You will patrol, deter incidents, control access, and respond to emergencies with professionalism and courtesy.

Join a team that values integrity, teamwork, and service. This full-time role offers a competitive hourly wage, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for career advancement within Allied Universal.

Qualifications

• Minimum Requirements include a college degree and various security-related certifications or credentials.
• Armed guard license and state licensing are preferred where applicable.
• Candidates must be 21+ for armed positions and undergo background checks and drug screening.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to visitors, employees, and the public while following security procedures and post orders.
• Conduct regular armed patrols of buildings, grounds, and perimeters to identify hazards and report incidents.
• Respond calmly to incidents and emergencies and coordinate with appropriate personnel or agencies.
• Monitor access to government facilities and verify credentials; report unauthorized entry attempts.
• Maintain accurate logs and documentation and handle equipment per laws and Allied Universal procedures.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Problem-solving

Armed security awareness

Education

College degree

Police academy certificate

Corrections academy certificate

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 Protective Services in Miami, FL, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government, and more. Join Allied Universal 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 provide professional customer service and communication. Bring your commitment to integrity and teamwork to a caring, agile, reliable, and innovative organization that puts people first.

Position Type

Full Time

Pay Rate

$22.26 / Hour

Job Schedule

DayTimeThur07:00 PM - 07:00 AMFri07:00 PM - 07:00 AMSat07:00 PM - 07:00 AM

What You'll Do

• Provide customer service to visitors, employees, and members of the public while carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and emergency response activities at government locations.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols of buildings, grounds, parking areas, access points, and perimeter areas to help identify and report unusual activity, hazards, and policy violations.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, following established post orders and notifying appropriate personnel and/or public service agencies.
• Monitor access to government facilities, verify credentials as directed, and report unauthorized entry attempts or suspicious activity.
• Maintain accurate activity logs, incident reports, and patrol documentation, and handle authorized equipment in accordance with applicable laws, policies, and Allied Universal procedures.

Minimum Requirements

• Possess a college degree.
• Possess a DD214 with an honorable discharge, an associate degree, 60 college credits, a police academy certificate, or a corrections academy certificate.
• A guard card or license is preferred.
• A state, county, or city-issued security-related 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.