Security Officer - Armed Access Control
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 Roving Rounds in Phoenix, AZ, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government, and more. Join a leading team where flexibility meets opportunity. As a Part-Time Security Officer, you can build a schedule that works for you and explore new roles using our Claim a Shift platform. Learn more: aus.com/earnmore. Join Allied Universal as an Armed Patrol Officer supporting a government location, where you will conduct routine foot and vehicle patrols, remain highly visible to help reduce security-related incidents, and respond to alarms, access concerns, and emergencies with professionalism. You will document activity, communicate clearly with staff and visitors, and deliver a people-first experience grounded in integrity, teamwork, and an agile, reliable, innovative approach.
Requirements
- 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.
Responsibilities
- Provide customer service to personnel and visitors at a government location by following security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and/or emergency response activities when appropriate.
- Conduct armed foot and/or vehicle patrols of buildings, parking areas, and perimeter zones on a regular and random basis to help to deter unwanted activity and identify hazards or suspicious conditions.
- Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including de-escalation, notifying appropriate parties, and coordinating with local law enforcement and/or on-site staff as directed.
- Control access points by checking identification, monitoring entry and exit activity, and managing visitor processing according to post orders and applicable policies.
- Complete security-related reports and logs, document patrols and incidents, and communicate observations and follow-up needs to Allied Universal supervision and/or site representatives.
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 Benefits: Participate in our retirement savings plan to invest in your future.
- Exclusive Perks: Enjoy discounts on top brands and services through our Perks Program.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
