Security Officer - Armed Foot Patrol
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. Job Description As a Security Officer - Armed Foot Patrol in San Francisco, CA , 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 at a government location where you will conduct routine patrols, remain highly visible to help reduce security-related incidents, and respond to alarms and service requests with professionalism. This is an armed post requiring an armed guard card/license, where clear communication and customer service matter as much as observation and reporting. You will thrive in a caring, people-first team that values agility, reliability, innovation, teamwork, and integrity.
Requirements
- Be a graduate of Law Enforcement or Military Police Training Program or Equivalent.
- Have 1+ years of law enforcement experience or 2+ years of security supervisor/manager experience or 3+ years of security-related experience.
- Possess an Armed Guard Card/License.
- 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.
Nice To Haves
- Baton Certification is preferred.
- Pepper Spray Certification is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Provide customer service to personnel and visitors by following site-specific security-related procedures, access control requirements, and/or emergency response activities at a government location.
- Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including documenting observations and notifying appropriate contacts per post orders.
- Conduct regular and random unarmed patrols of interior spaces, exterior grounds, and perimeter areas to help to deter unauthorized activity and/or identify unusual conditions.
- Monitor entrances, restricted areas, and common areas for compliance with posted rules, reporting maintenance or operational concerns through the proper channels.
- Complete required logs, incident reports, and shift turnover communications in accordance with Allied Universal and site policy.
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
