Security Officer Full Time Armed Patrol College Graduate

Allied Universal; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Scheduling

Career Growth

Smart Tools

Benefits

Employee Perks

Job summary

Allied Universal is seeking a Security Officer (Full Time Armed Patrol) in Miami, FL. You will guard a government location, patrol assigned areas, and ensure safety while delivering excellent customer service.

This role requires 3+ years of related experience or a college degree, and an armed guard license. You will work a minimum of 30 hours per week with a schedule determined during onboarding. Competitive benefits and training are provided.

Qualifications

• Three years of combined law enforcement, military, and/or security experience or a college degree.
• Graduate of a law enforcement or military police training program or equivalent.
• Armed guard card or license.
• College degree.
• Corrections officer license.
• DD214 with honorable discharge or equivalent credential.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to visitors, employees, and the public while following security procedures at government locations.
• Respond to incidents and disturbances in a calm, professional manner and notify appropriate personnel as directed by procedures.
• Conduct regular armed patrols of buildings, parking areas, access points, and perimeters to deter unauthorized activity.
• Monitor access to restricted areas, verify credentials, and document visitor and incident information.
• Prepare clear, accurate reports of patrol activities, incidents, and actions taken.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Calm under pressure

Attention to detail

Education

College degree

Armed guard license

DD214 / military discharge

Police academy certificate

High school diploma

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 Full Time Armed Patrol College Graduate in Miami, FL, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government, and more. As an Armed Security Officer at 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 support access control, conduct routine patrols, and provide exceptional customer service and communication. Join Allied Universal, where agility, reliability, innovation, teamwork, integrity, and a people-first culture drive meaningful work.

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 while carrying out site-specific security-related procedures, policies, and emergency response activities at a government location.
• Respond to incidents, disturbances, and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem-solving manner; notify appropriate personnel and public agencies as directed by site procedures.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols of buildings, parking areas, access points, and perimeter areas to help deter unauthorized activity and identify potential security-related concerns.
• Monitor access to restricted areas, verify credentials as required, and document visitor, vehicle, and incident information in accordance with site procedures.
• Prepare clear, accurate reports regarding patrol activities, incidents, observations, and actions taken; maintain required equipment and follow all applicable laws, policies, and procedures.

Minimum Requirements:

• Possess at least 3 years of combined law enforcement, military, and/or security-related experience, or a college degree.
• Be a graduate of a law enforcement or military police training program or equivalent.
• Possess an armed guard card or license.
• Possess a college degree.
• Possess a corrections officer license.
• Possess a DD214 with an honorable discharge, an associate degree, 60 college credits, a police academy certificate, or a corrections academy certificate.
• 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:

• Flexible Scheduling: Choose from a variety of open shifts that align with your availability and lifestyle.
• Career Growth: Clear path to full-time roles and ongoing advancement through paid training programs.
• Smart Tools: Access exclusive technology for real-time shift visibility and claiming.
• Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, basic life, AD&D, retirement plans, and disability insurance; seven holidays annually paid at time and a half, if worked; 40 hours of vacation after one year of employment at eligible work assignments (unused vacation is only paid out where required by law).
• Employee Perks: Enjoy discounts at restaurants, entertainment venues, and more 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.

Requisition ID

2026-1736902