Security Officer - Armed Guard Patrol

Allied Universal • Jackson, MS

4d • 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. Life doesn’t always follow a fixed schedule. That’s why we created the Security Officer – Part Time Enhanced position: a flexible, dependable option for individuals looking to supplement their income, gain hands-on experience, or work toward a full-time career with the industry leader. As a Security Officer Armed Access Enhanced Part Time in Jackson, MS, this role is designed to provide reliable, consistent hours at an assigned site with the flexibility for you to earn more by picking-up additional shifts when it works for you.

Requirements

• Possess at least 1 year of armed security-related, law enforcement, and/or military experience.
• Possess an armed guard card and/or 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.
• 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

• Be comfortable using a computer and/or tablet, preferred.
• Be able to lift more than 20 lbs, preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to visitors, employees, and/or vendors by carrying out site-specific access control procedures, identification checks, and other security-related policies at a financial institution location.
• Monitor entrances, exits, and restricted areas to help control access, confirm authorized entry, and report unusual activity, policy violations, and/or suspicious behavior.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, using appropriate emergency response activities and notifying site contacts and/or public authorities when needed.
• Maintain accurate visitor, employee, and/or vendor access records, issue credentials when required, and communicate clearly with site personnel regarding entry requirements and security-related concerns.
• Conduct regular and random patrols around the business and perimeter to help identify unauthorized access, unsecured doors, and/or other conditions that may require attention.

Benefits

• Access to our exclusive technology to view and claim additional shifts to earn more.
• Get paid training and access to career growth opportunities.
• Participate in our retirement savings plan to invest in your future.
• 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