Security Officer - Armed Tactical Patrol

Allied Universal • Columbia, SC

1d • $19 • Onsite

About The Position

As a Security Officer - Armed Tactical Patrol in Columbia, SC, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries. As an Armed Patrol Officer with Allied Universal, you will monitor and patrol a public-facing location, conduct routine rounds, remain highly visible to help reduce security-related incidents, and support access control and badge checks as needed. You will respond to concerns, document activity, and communicate clearly with site contacts and visitors. Join a caring team that is agile, reliable, innovative, and driven by integrity and teamwork.

Requirements

• Have at least 1 year of armed security-related, law enforcement, and/or military experience.
• Have at least 1 year of law enforcement experience or 2 or more years of security supervisor and/or manager experience or 3 or more years of security experience.
• 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

• An armed guard card and/or license is preferred.
• Access control and/or badge experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to site employees, visitors, and/or the public by following Allied Universal security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities.
• Carry and maintain assigned firearm and related equipment in accordance with licensing requirements, post orders, and Allied Universal policies, and document all required checks and activities.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols of buildings, grounds, parking areas, and perimeter to help to deter unauthorized activity and/or policy violations; working environments and conditions may vary by location.
• Respond to alarms, calls for service, and/or critical incidents in a calm, problem-solving manner; provide clear directions, coordinate notifications, and complete accurate reports.
• Monitor access points, verify identification and/or credentials as required, control vehicle and pedestrian entry, and maintain logs for visitors, deliveries, and other site activity.

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