Security Officer Armed Security Temporary Patrol

Allied Universal; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 2,617,000 - 3,072,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart Tools—shift claims

Career Growth

Health Benefits and Retirement

Perks Program discounts

Job summary

Allied Universal is hiring a Security Officer Armed Security Full Time Patrol in Jacksonville, FL. The role involves safeguarding clients across industries, executing routine armed patrols, and maintaining a visible presence to deter incidents while delivering exceptional customer service.

Responsibilities include monitoring access, responding to incidents, and producing incident reports within a government transportation setting.

Qualifications

• Possess a valid armed guard card or license.
• Pepper spray certification preferred.
• CPR and First Aid certification preferred.
• Be at least 21 years of age for armed roles.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Background investigation required by law.
• Drug screen required by policy.
• Participate in industry-specific security training.
• Licensing requirements may be required prior to employment.
• Driver's license required for driving positions only.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to passengers, visitors, and/or employees by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities at transportation facilities and transit locations.
• Respond to incidents, disturbances, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem-solving manner, coordinating with appropriate emergency responders and transit personnel as needed.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols of transit facilities, platforms, parking areas, vehicles, and surrounding perimeters to deter unauthorized activity and identify hazards or suspicious conditions.
• Monitor access points and restricted areas, verify credentials when required, and report unauthorized access or policy violations in accordance with site procedures.
• Prepare accurate incident reports, patrol logs, and other required documentation while maintaining a professional presence in a government transportation environment.

Skills

Armed security

Patrol operations

Customer service

Crisis response

Communication

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 Security Full Time Patrol in Jacksonville, FL, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government, and more. As an Armed Patrol Officer at a government transportation location, you will conduct routine patrols, maintain a visible presence to help deter security-related incidents, and respond professionally to evolving situations. You will support a welcoming environment through exceptional customer service and clear communication while representing Allied Universal’s agile, reliable, innovative, and integrity-driven culture.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $19.57 / Hour

Job Schedule:

• Mon 02:00 PM - 10:00 PM
• Tue 02:00 PM - 10:00 PM
• Wed 02:00 PM - 10:00 PM
• Thur 02:00 PM - 10:00 PM
• Fri 02:00 PM - 10:00 PM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to passengers, visitors, and/or employees by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities at transportation facilities and transit locations.
• Respond to incidents, disturbances, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem-solving manner, coordinating with appropriate emergency responders and transit personnel as needed.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols of transit facilities, platforms, parking areas, vehicles, and surrounding perimeters to help deter unauthorized activity and identify potential hazards or suspicious conditions.
• Monitor access points and restricted areas, verify credentials when required, and report unauthorized access or policy violations in accordance with site procedures.
• Prepare accurate incident reports, patrol logs, and other required documentation while maintaining a professional presence in a government transportation environment.

Minimum Requirements:

• Possess a valid armed guard card or license.
• Pepper spray certification is preferred.
• CPR and First Aid certification are 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.