Armed Security Officer

Allied Universal • Phoenix, AZ

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 in Phoenix, AZ, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government, and more. Join Allied Universal as an Armed Patrol Officer at a government location, where you will monitor and patrol assigned areas, maintain a visible presence to help reduce security-related incidents, and deliver outstanding customer service and communication. This role offers the chance to support important public-facing operations while working with a team that is agile, reliable, and innovative, and always acts with integrity in a people-first culture.

Requirements

• Have at least 1 year of armed security-related, law enforcement, and/or military experience.
• Provide proof of a high school diploma or GED as required by the client.
• 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.
• 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

• An armed guard card/license is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to visitors, staff, and/or members of the public while carrying out site-specific procedures and security-related protocols at a government location.
• Respond to incidents, disturbances, and/or critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including contacting emergency services and/or designated personnel when appropriate.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols throughout buildings, grounds, parking areas, and perimeter locations to help to deter unauthorized activity and/or suspicious behavior.
• Monitor entrances, restricted areas, and public-facing spaces, verifying access permissions and documenting security-related incidents, observations, and/or unusual conditions.
• Support emergency response activities, de-escalation efforts, and coordination with site contacts and/or law enforcement in accordance with post orders and assigned responsibilities.

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