Security Officer Transit Armed

Allied Universal; Sheridan (CO); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading security services company is seeking an Armed Transit Security Officer to provide security services across the Denver metro area. The role requires strong communication skills, dependability, and the ability to work independently or as part of a team. Comprehensive benefits are offered for full-time positions.

Benefits

Health Insurance

401k Plans

Ongoing Paid Training Programs

Employee Discounts

Qualifications

• Prior Law Enforcement or Military experience, or 7 years of unarmed security experience.
• Must have a valid Colorado Driver's License.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service by carrying out safety and security procedures.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations calmly.
• Conduct regular patrols around the business and perimeter.

Skills

Communication

Problem Solving

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

5 years of Verifiable Experience

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. We offer comprehensive benefits for most full-time positions, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, life insurance, a retirement plan, employee assistance programs, company discounts, perks, and more.

As an Armed Transit Security Officer you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Commercial Real Estate, Healthcare, Education, Government and more.

• Pay Rate $27.46 an hour
• Position: All shift available
• Qualifications: Prior Law Enforcement experience, Military with honorable discharge, or Corrections experience. May be substituted with 7 years of unarmed security experience, 3 years of armed security, or 60 college credit units

We are seeking a dedicated and adaptable Armed Transit Security Officer to join our team, providing security services across the Denver metro area for the RTD transit system. The ideal candidate will have great communication skills to deescalate situations on our transportation system, dedication to show up to work, and a dependability to work alone or in a team environment. Must have a valid Colorado Driver's License.

Responsibilities:

• Provide customer service to our clients by carrying out safety and security procedures, site-specific policies and when appropriate, emergency response activities
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem solving manner
• Conduct regular and random patrols around the business and perimeter. Working environments and conditions may vary by client site.

Minimum Requirements:

• Be at least 21 years of age for armed roles
• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent, or 5 years of verifiable experience
• 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/safety 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

Perks and Benefits:

• Health insurance and 401k plans for full-time positions
• Schedules that fit with your personal life goals
• Ongoing paid training programs and career growth opportunities
• Employee discounts through our perks program to your favorite restaurants, entertainment venues and much more…

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 any questions regarding Equal Employment Opportunity, have difficulty using the online system and require an alternate method to apply, or require an accommodation at any time during the recruitment and/or employment process, please contact our local Human Resources department. To find an office near you, please visit: www.aus.com/offices.