Security Guard - Armed Patrol Officer

Allied Universal • Memphis, TN

2d • $20 • Onsite

About The Position

As a Security Guard - Armed Patrol Officer in Memphis, TN, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Healthcare, and more. As an Armed Patrol Officer in a busy healthcare location, you will monitor and patrol assigned areas, conduct routine rounds, and maintain a visible presence that helps to discourage security-related incidents. You will respond to calls for assistance, support staff, patients, and visitors with calm communication and customer service, and document activity with accuracy. Allied Universal is agile, reliable, and innovative, delivering through teamwork and integrity.

Requirements

• Possess an armed guard card/license.
• Be 21+ years of age.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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

• Handcuffs/pepper spray/baton is preferred.
• CPR/First Aid is preferred and may be completed post hire.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to patients, visitors, and staff by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities within a healthcare location.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols of interior areas, entrances, parking areas, and the perimeter, documenting observations and reporting maintenance and security-related concerns.
• Respond to alarms, disturbances, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, using de-escalation techniques and requesting medical staff support and/or law enforcement as needed.
• Control access at designated points by verifying identification, managing visitor protocols, and monitoring for prohibited items and suspicious behavior to help to deter unwanted activity.
• Maintain readiness of issued equipment and firearms in accordance with Allied Universal and site procedures, completing required reports and logs for incidents, patrols, and security-related activities.

Benefits

• Smart Tools: Access to our exclusive technology to view and claim additional shifts to earn more.
• Career Growth: Get paid training and access to career growth opportunities.
• Financial and Health Benefits: Enjoy access to a retirement savings plan, plus medical, dental, vision, basic life and AD&D, and disability insurance.
• Exclusive Perks: 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