Armed Security Officer Full Time

Allied Universal • Marion, NC

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 Entry Point Specialist in Marion, NC, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government, and more. Join Allied Universal at a government location where you will support access control operations, monitor entry activity, verify credentials, and help to deter security-related incidents through a visible presence and professional communication. In this role, you will perform routine patrols, respond to site needs with agility and reliability, and deliver a people-first experience through teamwork, innovation, and integrity.

Requirements

• Be at least 21 years of age.
• Be at least 18 years of age for unarmed roles; 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.
• 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 authorized personnel by following access control procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities at a government location.
• Monitor entry and exit points, verify credentials and/or authorization, and document visitor, contractor, and vehicle activity in accordance with site access requirements.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, and communicate with site contacts and/or first responders as needed.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of assigned buildings, grounds, and perimeter areas to help support security-related operations and identify unusual conditions.
• Complete required reports, logs, and shift activity documentation, and report access irregularities, policy violations, and/or maintenance concerns to appropriate 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.
• Enjoy access to a retirement savings plan, plus medical, dental, vision, basic life and AD&D, and disability insurance.
• 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