Armed Security Officer - Transit Platform

Allied Universal • Denver, CO

8d • 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 - Transit Platform in Denver, CO, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government, and more. As an Armed Patrol Officer with Allied Universal, you will monitor and patrol a government transit location, maintain a professional presence to help deter security-related incidents, respond to concerns, and provide exceptional customer service and communication. Join a caring, agile team that puts people first, values reliability and innovation, works collaboratively, and acts with integrity while supporting a welcoming environment for passengers, employees, and visitors.

Requirements

• Have at least three years of combined law enforcement, military, or security-related experience, or possess a college degree.
• Be a graduate of a law enforcement or military police training program or equivalent.
• Have at least one year of armed security-related, law enforcement, or military experience.
• Possess an armed guard card or license.
• Be at least 21 years of age.
• 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.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to passengers, employees, and visitors while carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and emergency response activities at public transit locations.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols of transit stations, platforms, parking areas, facilities, and other assigned locations to identify and report suspicious activity, hazards, and policy violations.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, professional, and problem-solving manner, coordinating with transit personnel, emergency services, and/or law enforcement as appropriate.
• Maintain authorized firearms and other assigned equipment in accordance with licensing requirements, training, post orders, and Allied Universal policies.
• Document patrol activity, incidents, and observations through detailed reports and promptly communicate security-related concerns to designated personnel.

Benefits

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