Armed Security Officer - Flex Protection

Allied Universal • Yuma, AZ

11d • Onsite

About The Position

Allied Universal is hiring an Armed Security Officer – Flex Protection in Yuma, Arizona, for a government veterans services location. The role provides a designated site and weekly anchor shift requiring a six-month commitment, with the option to claim additional shifts through a scheduling platform. The position is intended for part-time employment, with opportunities to increase hours up to 40 per week and scale back when needed. The pay rate is $23.00 per hour.

The officer provides customer service while carrying out site security procedures, policies, and emergency response activities. Duties include armed patrols, monitoring access, responding to incidents and emergencies, and documenting security activities. Applicants are subject to background investigation and drug screening as permitted by law and must participate in industry-specific security training.

Requirements

• At least one year of armed security-related, law enforcement, or military experience.
• An armed guard card or license.
• At least 21 years of age for armed roles.
• A high school diploma or equivalent.
• Successful completion of a background investigation, as a condition of employment and in accordance with applicable laws.
• Drug screening, to the extent permitted by law, as a condition of employment.
• Meet applicable state and/or local licensing requirements, which may be required before employment.

Nice To Haves

• A state-, county-, or city-issued security-related license is preferred.
• CPR certification is preferred.
• CPR and First Aid certification are preferred.
• A valid driver’s license is required for driving positions only.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to residents, visitors, staff, and contractors while carrying out security procedures, site-specific policies, and emergency response activities.
• Respond calmly to incidents, alarms, medical emergencies, and other critical situations, following protocols and notifying appropriate personnel or emergency services.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols of buildings, grounds, parking areas, entrances, and perimeter areas.
• Monitor access points and verify authorization for visitors, contractors, deliveries, and vehicles.
• Prepare accurate reports and maintain required logs for patrols, incidents, observations, and security-related activities.
• Participate in industry-specific security training programs.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Basic life and AD&D insurance
• Retirement plans
• Disability insurance
• Seven holidays annually paid at time and a half if worked
• 40 hours of vacation after one year of employment at eligible work assignments; unused vacation is paid out only where required by law
• Employee discounts at restaurants, entertainment venues, and more
• Paid training programs

What This Job Offers

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