Security Officer Full Time Armed Reception Security

Allied Universal; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart Tools

Career Growth

Healthcare benefits

Life & Disability Insurance

Perks Program Discounts

Job summary

Allied Universal is seeking a Security Officer (Armed) for a Front Desk role at a government facility in Tampa, FL. The position is full-time with a Monday–Friday 6:00 AM–2:00 PM schedule and a pay rate of $22.00 per hour.

You will provide professional front desk service, monitor access, verify visitors, and respond to security incidents while maintaining a safe, orderly environment. The role requires armed credentials, a clean background, and adherence to federal, state, and local laws.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of combined law enforcement, military, or security-related experience, or a college degree.
• Graduate of a law enforcement or military police training program or equivalent.
• Possess an armed guard card or license.
• Possess a corrections officer license.
• Possess a law enforcement officer license.
• Be at least 21 years of age for armed roles.
• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Background investigation conducted as required by federal, state, and local laws.
• Allied Universal will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories.
• Drug screen required where permitted by law.
• Participate in industry-specific security training programs.
• Licensing requirements subject to state/local laws; driver’s license required for driving positions only.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to visitors, employees, and the public at a government facility front desk following site procedures.
• Monitor entry activity, verify visitor credentials, issue visitor passes, and maintain records.
• Answer incoming calls, provide directions and general information, and route inquiries.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and emergencies in a calm, professional manner per procedures.
• Maintain awareness of front desk activity and report unusual conditions to site leadership.

Skills

Customer service

Front desk

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Armed guard card/license

Corrections officer license

Law enforcement officer 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 Reception Security in Tampa, FL, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government, and more. As an Armed Front Desk Officer at a government location, you will serve as a welcoming, professional presence while monitoring access, verifying visitors, responding to security-related concerns, and communicating clearly with staff and the public. You will help maintain an orderly environment through strong observation and customer service. Join Allied Universal, where agility, reliability, innovation, teamwork, caring, and integrity guide our work every day.

Position Type: Full Time Pay Rate: $22.00 / Hour Job Schedule:

• Mon: 06:00 AM - 02:00 PM
• Tue: 06:00 AM - 02:00 PM
• Wed: 06:00 AM - 02:00 PM
• Thur: 06:00 AM - 02:00 PM
• Fri: 06:00 AM - 02:00 PM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to visitors, employees, and members of the public at a government facility front desk by following site-specific procedures and access protocols.
• Monitor entry activity, verify visitor credentials as required, issue visitor passes, and maintain accurate visitor and access-related records.
• Answer incoming calls, provide directions and general information, and route inquiries to appropriate personnel or departments.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem-solving manner, following established emergency response procedures.
• Maintain awareness of front desk activity and report unusual conditions, policy violations, and security-related concerns to site leadership and/or appropriate personnel.

Minimum Requirements:

• Possess 3+ years of combined law enforcement, military, 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 corrections officer license.
• Possess a law enforcement officer license.
• 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.