EPPD Prisoner Processing Armed Guard

Allied Universal • El Paso, TX

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 Security Officer Armed Patrol Ranger in El Paso, TX, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government, and more. Join Allied Universal as an armed patrol officer supporting a government location where professionalism, presence, and communication matter every day. In this role, you will conduct routine patrols, remain visible to help discourage security-related incidents, and interact with the public and staff with respect and confidence. If you value teamwork, integrity, and a people-first culture, this is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact.

Requirements

• Be at least 21 years of age.
• Be a graduate of a Law Enforcement or Military Police Training Program or equivalent.
• Possess a college degree.
• Have 2+ years of Law Enforcement, Military, or Corrections experience.
• Possess a Corrections Officer License.
• Possess a DD214 with Honorable Discharge or an Associates Degree or 60 college credits or a Police Academy Certificate or a Corrections Academy Certificate.
• Possess a Law Enforcement Officer License.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to visitors, staff, and the public by carrying out site-specific procedures, access control activities, and appropriate emergency response actions at a government location.
• Respond to incidents, disturbances, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, documenting details and communicating with site contacts and/or local responders as needed.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols throughout buildings, parking areas, and perimeter locations to help identify unusual activity and support security-related operations.
• Monitor entrances, restricted areas, and public-facing spaces to help uphold post orders, verify authorized access, and report suspicious behavior and/or policy concerns.
• Assist with security-related checks of property, equipment, and facilities, while remaining prepared to address alarms, medical events, and other urgent situations according to site procedures.

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: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees