Armed Security Officer - Financial Institute

Allied Universal • Chula Vista, CA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

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 Armed Security Officer - Financial Institute in Chula Vista, CA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Financial Institutions, and more. Join Allied Universal as an Armed Patrol Officer at a financial institution location, where you will conduct routine patrols, maintain a visible presence to help discourage security-related incidents, and deliver outstanding customer service and communication. In this armed post, you will support a caring culture that puts people first while working with an agile, reliable, and innovative team that values teamwork and integrity every day.

Requirements

• Have at least 1 year of security-related experience.
• Possess an armed guard card and/or 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.

Nice To Haves

• Ability to lift up to 20 pounds is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and/or emergency response activities appropriate for a financial services location.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and/or critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including documenting events and communicating with site contacts and/or local authorities when needed.
• Conduct regular and random patrols throughout the location, parking areas, and perimeter to help to deter unauthorized activity and/or unusual behavior.
• Monitor access points, verify credentials, and control entry and exit activity in accordance with post orders and applicable firearm-related protocols.
• Support cash handling and other sensitive operational areas through visible presence, observation, and timely reporting of suspicious activity and/or policy violations.

Benefits

• Access to our exclusive technology to view and claim additional shifts to earn more.
• Get paid training and access to career growth opportunities.
• Enjoy access to a retirement savings plan, plus medical, dental, vision, basic life and AD&D, and disability insurance.
• Enjoy discounts on top brands and services through our Perks Program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED