Security Officer Armed Security Screening

Allied Universal; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 29,000 - 32,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart Tools

Career Growth

Retirement Savings

Perks Program

Job summary

Allied Universal is seeking a Part-Time Security Officer (Armed) in Miami, FL to screen visitors, verify access, and maintain a welcoming, secure environment at a government location. You will provide customer service while enforcing site policies and procedures.

Role requires armed security experience, a college degree, and the ability to work a Fri and Sun shift schedule. A guard license and background check are standard prerequisites where applicable.

Qualifications

• At least one year of security-related experience.
• Armed security-related, law enforcement, and/or military experience preferred.
• College degree required.
• Customer service experience preferred.
• Guard card or license preferred.
• Age 21+ for armed roles; 18+ for unarmed roles.
• Background investigation required by law.
• Criminal histories considered per laws.
• Drug screen required where permitted by law.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service by carrying out security-related procedures and site-specific policies.
• Screen visitors, employees, deliveries, and property according to access-control procedures.
• Verify identification, credentials, and authorization for entry and direct to appropriate areas.
• Monitor entry points and screening equipment to deter unauthorized access.
• Respond to incidents calmly and document observations per site procedures.

Skills

Security experience

Armed security experience

Customer service

Background check required

Drug screen

Education

College degree

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 Security Screening in Miami, FL, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government, and more. Join a leading team where flexibility meets opportunity. As a Part-Time Security Officer, you can build a schedule that works for you and explore new roles using our Claim a Shift platform. As a Screener in a government location, you will help maintain a welcoming, secure environment by screening visitors, verifying access credentials, monitoring entry points, and communicating professionally with the public and site personnel. Your visible presence and attention to detail will help deter incidents while supporting smooth daily operations. Join Allied Universal’s agile, reliable, and innovative team, where a caring culture, teamwork, and integrity guide every interaction.

Position Type: Part Time

Pay Rate: $21.91 / Hour

Job Schedule:

• Fri 07:00 AM - 03:00 PM
• Sun 07:00 AM - 03:00 PM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities at a government location.
• Screen visitors, employees, deliveries, and property in accordance with established access-control procedures and applicable site requirements.
• Verify identification, credentials, and authorization for entry, directing individuals to appropriate check-in or screening areas as needed.
• Monitor assigned entry points and screening equipment, helping to deter unauthorized access and prohibited items.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, and document observations and activities according to site procedures.

Minimum Requirements:

• Possess at least one year of security-related experience.
• Possess at least one year of armed security-related, law enforcement, and/or military experience.
• Possess a college degree.
• Customer service experience is preferred.
• A guard card or license is preferred.
• Be at least 18 years of age for unarmed roles; 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.
• 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 Benefits: Participate in our retirement savings plan to invest in your future.
• 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.