Security Officer Armed Patrol State License

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

Benefits offered by this job

Smart Tools

Career Growth

Retirement plan

Medical/dental/vision

Job summary

Allied Universal, North America’s leading security and facility services company, seeks an Armed Patrol Security Officer in Miami, FL. You will protect government facilities, patrol sites, monitor access, and respond to incidents with professionalism, supporting a culture that values integrity and teamwork.

The role emphasizes customer service, adherence to post orders, and readiness of equipment while working a full-time schedule on a driving post.

Qualifications

• Armed Guard Card or License required.
• DD214 with Honorable Discharge, associate degree, 60 college credits, police/corrections academy certificate preferred.
• Must be 21+ for armed roles.
• Background check conducted per laws.
• Drug screen required where permitted by law.
• Valid driver’s license required for driving posts.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to visitors, employees, and the public while following security procedures and site policies.
• Respond calmly to incidents, alarms, and emergencies and notify appropriate personnel.
• Conduct regular armed patrols of government buildings, grounds, and restricted areas.
• Monitor access and verify credentials, documenting activities and patrol findings.
• Maintain readiness of equipment and communicate professionally with agency personnel and responders.

Skills

Armed security

Patrol

Customer service

Access control

Emergency response

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 State License in Miami, FL, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government, and more. As an Armed Security Professional supporting a government location, you will monitor and patrol assigned areas, maintain a visible presence to help deter incidents, and respond to security-related concerns with professionalism. You will provide exceptional customer service and clear communication while representing Allied Universal’s agile, reliable, innovative, and caring culture. Join a collaborative team that puts people first and acts with integrity.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $22.89 / Hour

Job Schedule:

• Mon: 06:00 PM - 06:00 AM
• Tue: 06:00 PM - 06:00 AM
• Wed: 06:00 PM - 06:00 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 facilities.
• Respond to incidents, disturbances, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, notifying appropriate personnel and/or public agency representatives as required.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols of government buildings, grounds, parking areas, access points, and perimeter areas to help deter unauthorized activity and identify irregular conditions.
• Monitor access to restricted areas, verify credentials as assigned, and document visitor activity, incidents, observations, and patrol findings in accordance with site procedures.
• Maintain readiness of assigned equipment, follow applicable laws and post orders regarding the armed post, and communicate professionally with agency personnel and responding emergency services.

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.
• A state, county, or city-issued security-related 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

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.