Security Officer Armed Driver Patrol State License

Allied Universal • Miami, FL

28d • 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 Driver Patrol State License in Miami, FL, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government, and more. As an Armed Patrol Officer at a government location, you will conduct routine vehicle and foot patrols, maintain a visible presence to help deter incidents, respond to security-related concerns, and support a welcoming environment through exceptional customer service and communication. This driving role offers the opportunity to serve the community with integrity, reliability, teamwork, and a people-first approach while representing Allied Universal.

Requirements

• A valid driver’s license is required in accordance with Allied Universal driver policy requirements.
• Possess a DD214 with an honorable discharge, an associate degree, 60 college credits, a police academy certificate, or a corrections academy certificate.
• 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.

Nice To Haves

• Handcuffing certification is preferred.
• Handcuffs, pepper spray, and baton experience is preferred.
• A state, county, or city-issued security-related license is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to visitors, employees, and members of the public at a government location by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and emergency response activities as appropriate.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, disturbances, and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem-solving manner, following established protocols and notifying appropriate personnel or emergency services as needed.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols of assigned buildings, grounds, parking areas, access points, and perimeter areas to help to deter unauthorized activity and identify potential concerns.
• Monitor access points and verify authorization for personnel, visitors, contractors, and vehicles in accordance with site-specific procedures.
• Prepare clear and accurate reports of incidents, observations, patrol activities, and other security-related matters, maintaining a professional presence while carrying authorized equipment in accordance with applicable laws and company policy.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, basic life, AD&D, retirement plans, and disability insurance
• seven holidays annually paid at time and a half, if worked
• 40 hours of vacation after one year of employment at eligible work assignments
• Discounts at restaurants, entertainment venues, and more through our perks program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED