Security Officer Armed Commercial Patrol

Allied Universal•Sunrise, FL

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 Commercial Patrol in Sunrise, FL, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government, and more. Join Allied Universal as an armed patrol officer at a government location, where you will conduct mobile and foot patrols, remain visible to help deter security-related incidents, and support access activities and public interactions with professionalism. This is an armed and driving post offering the chance to serve with integrity, teamwork, and a people-first approach in a dynamic environment.

Requirements

Have at least 3 years of combined law enforcement, military, or security-related experience, or possess a college degree.
Be at least 21 years of age.
A valid driver’s license is required in accordance with Allied Universal driver policy requirements.
An armed guard card and unarmed guard is required.
Comfortable using computer or tablet.
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.
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

Access control and badge experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide customer service to visitors, staff, and/or vendors by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities at a government location.
Respond to incidents, disturbances, and/or critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, documenting observations and reporting security-related concerns to site contacts and/or local authorities when needed.
Conduct regular and random armed patrols throughout assigned buildings, grounds, parking areas, and perimeter locations to help to deter unauthorized activity and/or unusual behavior.
Monitor access points, verify credentials, and control entry and exit activity in accordance with site rules, post orders, and applicable regulations for a government environment.
Maintain a visible presence while operating assigned equipment and performing patrol duties, remaining prepared to respond to alarms, requests for assistance, and other security-related matters.
Participate in industry-specific security training programs.