Security Officer Armed Patrol Veteran Qualified

Alliedbarton Security Services; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement savings plan

Perks Program discounts

Job summary

Allied Universal, North America’s leading security and facility services company, is seeking a Security Officer Armed Patrol Veteran Qualified in Miami, FL. You will protect government locations, monitor access, conduct armed patrols, and respond to incidents with professional service and clear communication.

This full-time position offers a competitive pay rate of $22.89/hour, opportunities for career growth, and benefits including health and retirement plans within a collaborative team

Qualifications

• Customer service experience at government or public-facing locations.
• Knowledge of security procedures and site policies.
• Experience with armed patrols and incident reporting.
• Ability to verify credentials and monitor access points.
• Willingness to participate in security training programs.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to visitors and staff at a government location.
• Conduct armed patrols of buildings, parking areas, and perimeters; document observations.
• Monitor restricted areas and verify credentials; direct visitors per site procedures.
• Respond to alarms, incidents, and critical situations calmly and effectively.
• Prepare clear activity and incident reports and maintain logs and equipment.

Skills

Customer service

Security procedures

Patrols

Crisis response

Education

DD214 / military discharge

Police academy certificate

Security license preferred

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 Veteran Qualified in Miami, FL, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government, and more. As an Armed Security Officer supporting a government location, you will monitor and patrol assigned areas, maintain a visible presence to help deter security-related incidents, and respond professionally to evolving situations. You will provide exceptional customer service and clear communication while supporting access control and site protocols. Join Allied Universal, where agility, reliability, innovation, teamwork, caring, and integrity guide every shift.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $22.89 / 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 a government location by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and emergency response activities when appropriate.


• Conduct regular and random armed patrols of assigned buildings, parking areas, access points, and perimeter areas, documenting observations and reporting unusual conditions.


• Monitor access to restricted areas, verify credentials as required, and assist with directing visitors in accordance with site procedures.


• Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, notifying appropriate personnel and public agencies as directed.


• Prepare clear, accurate activity and incident reports and maintain required logs, records, and equipment in accordance with Allied Universal and site policies.

Minimum Requirements:

• Possess a DD214 with an Honorable Discharge, an associate degree or 60 college credits, a police academy certificate, or a corrections academy certificate.


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


• An armed guard card or license is preferred.


• A guard card or license is preferred.


• Experience with handcuffs, pepper spray, and/or baton 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.

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.