Security Officer - Armed Patrol Specialist

Allied Universal • North Charleston, SC

1d • $24 • Onsite

About The Position

As a Security Officer - Armed Patrol Specialist in North Charleston, SC, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Education, and more. As an Armed Patrol Officer with Allied Universal at an education location, you will monitor and patrol assigned areas, maintain a visible presence that helps to deter security-related incidents, and respond to situations with calm, professional communication. This role requires an Armed Guard Card or License and offers a chance to deliver supportive customer service while working with a team that values agility, reliability, innovation, a people-first culture, and integrity.

Requirements

• Possess an armed guard card and/or license.
• Be at least 21 years of age.
• Possess a DD214 with Honorable Discharge or an Associates Degree or 60 college credits or a Police Academy Certificate or a Corrections Academy Certificate.
• 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

• Customer service experience is preferred.
• CPR certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to students, faculty, staff, and visitors by following site-specific procedures, access guidelines, and when appropriate, emergency response activities.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols of campus buildings, parking areas, and perimeter locations to help to deter unwanted activity and/or policy violations.
• Monitor and document security-related activity, including observing for suspicious behavior, unsecured doors, and unusual conditions, and report concerns through established channels.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, coordinating with campus leadership and/or public responders as needed.
• Complete detailed incident reports, patrol logs, and shift documentation, and communicate key updates during shift briefings and/or post orders.

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 and Health Benefits: Enjoy access to a retirement savings plan, plus medical, dental, vision, basic life and AD&D, and disability insurance.
• Exclusive Perks: Enjoy discounts on top brands and services through our Perks Program.

What This Job Offers

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