Armed Security Officer - Foot Patrol (3K Bonus)

Allied Universal • Reno, NV

1d • $25 • 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.
$3,000 sign-on bonus for eligible, fully armed applicants!
As a Armed Security Officer - Foot Patrol (3k Bonus) in Reno, NV, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government, and more. Join Allied Universal as an armed patrol officer supporting a government transportation location. You will monitor and patrol assigned areas, stay highly visible to help deter security-related incidents, and respond to situations with calm, professional communication. This role is ideal for someone who values teamwork, integrity, and a caring culture, while delivering reliable, innovative service. This post requires an armed guard card or license.

Requirements

• Have 1+ years of armed security-related, law enforcement, and/or military experience.
• Possess an armed guard card/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

• Customer service experience is preferred.
• Experience using handcuffs, pepper spray, and/or a baton is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to staff and the public by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities at a government transportation location.
• Carry and maintain assigned duty weapon and related equipment in accordance with Allied Universal policies, post orders, and applicable laws and/or regulations.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols of buildings, parking areas, transit-adjacent property, and perimeter areas to help to deter unauthorized activity and/or identify maintenance or operational concerns.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including de-escalation, coordinating with local law enforcement and/or emergency services, and providing clear direction to occupants when needed.
• Complete reports and logs such as patrol activity, incident documentation, and visitor or vehicle access records, and communicate relevant information to site leadership and Allied Universal management.

Benefits

• 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.

What This Job Offers

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