Security Officer - Perimeter Patrol

Allied Universal • Pensacola, FL

14h • $20

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 - Perimeter Patrol in Pensacola, FL , you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government, and more. As an unarmed Patrol Officer at a government location, you will monitor and patrol assigned areas, conduct routine rounds, and maintain a visible presence to help deter security-related incidents. You will communicate clearly with staff and visitors, respond to concerns, document observations, and support site procedures with professionalism and respect. At Allied Universal, you will bring agility, reliability, and integrity to a team that puts people first.

Requirements

• Have a minimum of 2 years of law enforcement, military police, and/or corrections experience.
• Be at least 18 years of age for unarmed roles; 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.
• 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

• Possessing a guard card and/or license is preferred.
• Holding a CPR certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to staff, visitors, and program participants by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities at a government facility.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including de-escalation support, notifying appropriate personnel, and documenting actions taken.
• Conduct regular and random 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 post.
• Monitor access points by checking identification and/or authorization, managing visitor entry procedures, and reporting irregularities per post orders.
• Complete required logs and incident reports, communicate key information during shift turnover, and assist with searches for missing persons or property as directed by site leadership and/or Allied Universal.

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