Security Officer Armed Flex

Allied Universal • Jacksonville, FL

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About The Position

Allied Universal is hiring an armed security officer for a part-time visitor services role in Jacksonville, Florida. The position has an assigned site and a designated weekly anchor shift requiring a six-month commitment. Officers may claim additional shifts through the company’s scheduling platform, with the opportunity to work up to 40 hours per week and scale back when needed. The listed schedule is Saturday, 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. The pay rate is $21.70 per hour.

The officer provides front-desk customer service and visitor assistance, monitors access and entry activity, handles communications and records, and observes and reports potential security concerns. The role responds to incidents and critical situations according to established procedures. Applicants are subject to a background investigation and, where permitted by law, a drug screen. Industry-specific security training is required, and licensing requirements may apply before employment.

Requirements

• Possess a Certified Protection Officer credential.
• Possess an Armed Guard Card or license.
• Have at least four years of military or law enforcement experience, or a criminal justice degree.
• Be at least 21 years of age for armed roles.
• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Participate in industry-specific security training programs.
• Meet applicable state and local licensing requirements, which may be required before employment.
• Undergo a background investigation as a condition of employment.
• Undergo a drug screen to the extent permitted by law.

Nice To Haves

• Customer service experience is preferred.
• Access control or badge experience is preferred.
• A valid driver’s license is required for driving positions only.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to students, faculty, staff, visitors, and vendors by following site-specific front-desk procedures and access protocols.
• Monitor entry activity; greet and direct visitors; verify identification as required; and maintain visitor logs or records.
• Respond calmly and professionally to incidents, assistance requests, and critical situations by following established emergency response procedures.
• Operate front-desk communication systems, answer incoming calls, relay information to appropriate personnel, and document security-related activities.
• Deter unauthorized access by observing and reporting unusual activity, policy violations, and facility concerns to designated personnel.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• Basic life and AD&D insurance.
• Retirement plans.
• 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; unused vacation is paid out only where required by law.
• Employee discounts at restaurants, entertainment venues, and other locations through the perks program.
• Paid training programs and opportunities for career advancement.

What This Job Offers

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