Security Officer - Armed Driver Patrol

Allied Universal • Spruce Pine, NC

2d • $22

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 in Spruce Pine, NC, 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 supporting a government corrections location as an Armed Patrol Officer. You will conduct routine foot and vehicle patrols, maintain a visible presence to help reduce security-related incidents, control access as needed, and respond to alarms and calls for assistance with calm, clear communication. This post requires a valid driver’s license and offers meaningful work where reliability, teamwork, innovation, and integrity make a daily impact.

Requirements

• 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/or license is preferred.
• 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 our clients by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities at a government corrections location.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, coordinating with site staff and/or local responders as needed.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols of assigned buildings, housing areas, sally ports, parking areas, and perimeter areas to help to deter unauthorized activity.
• Control access at designated entry points by checking identification, authorizations, and visitor logs, and by screening incoming deliveries and/or vehicles in accordance with post orders.
• Complete detailed incident reports, shift activity logs, and other required documentation, and communicate noteworthy conditions to site leadership during shift turnovers.

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.

What This Job Offers

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