Security Officer Full Time Armed Patrol Security

Allied Universal; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 56,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart Tools

Career Growth

Retirement savings plan

Perks Program discounts

Job summary

Allied Universal®, North America’s leading security and facility services company, invites you to join as a Security Officer Full Time Armed Patrol in Tampa, FL. You will patrol a high-profile sports and entertainment venue, maintaining a visible presence to deter incidents and provide welcoming service to guests and staff.

Role includes responding to security concerns, coordinating with responders, and adhering to post orders.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of combined law enforcement, military, and/or security experience or a college degree.
• Armed guard card or license.
• 5+ years of security-related experience.
• 4+ years of military or law enforcement experience or a criminal justice degree.
• Be at least 21 years old.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Background check as required by law.
• Drug screen required.
• Industry-specific security training required.
• Licensing requirements may apply.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to guests, staff, and visitors while following site-specific security procedures.
• Conduct regular armed patrols of interior/exterior areas and parking to identify hazards.
• Respond to incidents calmly following post orders and escalation procedures.
• Maintain armed-post qualifications and handle equipment per laws and policy.
• Document observations and incidents and communicate to site leadership or responders.

Skills

Customer service

Observation skills

Calm under pressure

Post orders compliance

Education

High school diploma

Criminal justice degree

Tools

Armed guard license

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 Full Time Armed Patrol Security in Tampa, FL, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries. As an Armed Security Officer, you will patrol a high-profile sports and entertainment location, maintaining a visible presence to help deter incidents and supporting a welcoming environment for guests, staff, and visitors. You will respond to security-related concerns, communicate professionally, and deliver exceptional customer service. Join Allied Universal’s agile, reliable team, where integrity, innovation, and a caring culture put people first.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $27.00 / Hour

Job Schedule:

• Mon 12:00 PM - 08:00 PM
• Tue 12:00 PM - 08:00 PM
• Wed 12:00 PM - 08:00 PM
• Sun 12:00 PM - 08:00 PM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to guests, staff, and visitors while carrying out site-specific, security-related procedures, policies, and emergency response activities at a professional sports venue.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols of assigned interior and exterior areas, parking locations, access points, and perimeter areas to help identify and report unusual activity or hazards.
• Respond to incidents, disturbances, and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem-solving manner, following established post orders and escalation procedures.
• Maintain required armed-post qualifications and handle assigned equipment in accordance with applicable laws, licensing requirements, and Allied Universal policies.
• Document observations, incidents, and patrol activity accurately and communicate relevant information to site leadership and/or emergency responders.

Minimum Requirements:

• Possess 3+ years of combined law enforcement, military, and/or security-related experience or a college degree.
• Possess an armed guard card or license.
• Possess 5+ years of security-related experience.
• Possess 4+ years of military or law enforcement experience or a criminal justice degree.
• 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.