Armed Security Officer State Site Patrol

Allied Universal • Boston, MA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Allied Universal is hiring a full-time Armed Security Officer to support a government transportation location at a state site in Boston, Massachusetts. The officer will safeguard clients and the public through armed security procedures, site-specific policies, patrols, access monitoring, incident response, and customer service. The schedule is Monday and Friday from 3:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m., and Tuesday, Saturday, and Sunday from 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Starting pay is $25.88 per hour. Paid orientation and training are provided.

Applicants must have a concealed carry weapons permit and at least one year of previous security experience. The role also requires candidates to be at least 21 years old and have a high school diploma or equivalent. Employment is conditional on applicable background investigation and drug screening. Industry-specific security training is required, and licensing requirements may apply before employment.

Requirements

• Possess a concealed carry weapons permit.
• Have at least one year of previous security experience.
• Be at least 21 years of age for armed roles.
• Have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Participate in industry-specific security training programs.
• Meet applicable licensing requirements, which may be required before employment.
• Undergo a background investigation as a condition of employment, in accordance with applicable laws.
• Undergo drug screening as a condition of employment, to the extent permitted by law.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to personnel, visitors, contractors, and members of the public while carrying out armed security procedures, site-specific policies, and emergency response activities.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols of facilities, parking areas, roadways, access points, and perimeter areas to deter unauthorized activity and identify unusual conditions.
• Monitor access to restricted areas, verify credentials as required, and report unauthorized access attempts or suspicious activity.
• Respond calmly and professionally to incidents, alarms, hazardous conditions, and critical situations, coordinating with transportation personnel and public service agencies as needed.
• Prepare accurate incident reports, daily activity logs, and other required documentation.
• Maintain required equipment in accordance with Allied Universal and site policies.

Benefits

• Paid orientation and training.
• Access to a retirement savings plan.
• Medical, dental, vision, basic life and AD&D, and disability insurance.
• Discounts on brands and services through the Perks Program.
• Access to technology to view and claim additional shifts.
• Career growth opportunities.

What This Job Offers

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