Security Officer - Armed Neighborhood Patrol

Allied Universal • Charlotte, NC

17d • $23

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 Neighborhood Patrol in Charlotte, NC, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Healthcare, 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. As an Armed Patrol Officer in a healthcare location, you will conduct routine foot and vehicle patrols, stay highly visible to help reduce security-related incidents, and respond to alarms and incidents with calm, professional communication. You will support patients, donors, visitors, and staff with strong customer service while documenting activity and partnering with site leadership. At Allied Universal, you will grow with a caring team that values agility, reliability, innovation, teamwork, and integrity.

Requirements

• Be a graduate of a Law Enforcement or Military Police Training Program or equivalent.
• Possess an Armed Guard Card or license.
• Be at least 21 years of age.
• 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

• A State, County, or City issued security license is preferred.
• Customer service experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to clients, patients, donors, visitors, and staff by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities within a healthcare location.
• Carry and maintain assigned firearm and other authorized equipment in compliance with company policies, post orders, and applicable laws; use sound judgment and report concerns promptly.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including medical facility disturbances, trespassing, and/or threatening behavior; request additional assistance when needed.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols throughout interior areas, parking lots, and perimeter routes to help to deter unwanted activity; working environments and conditions may vary by site.
• Complete required documentation such as incident reports, patrol logs, and shift activity reports, and communicate observations to site contacts and Allied Universal leadership.

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