Security Officer Armed - Detention Center

Allied Universal • Land O Lakes, FL

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Allied Universal is hiring a part-time armed security officer for an assigned government location in Land O Lakes, Florida. The role provides a designated weekly shift as a dependable base schedule, with a six-month commitment to that assignment. Officers may claim additional shifts through the company scheduling platform, allowing them to increase their hours up to 40 hours per week or scale back when needed. The position pays $23.25 per hour and has a scheduled shift on Saturday from 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM.

The officer provides customer service while carrying out security procedures, site policies, and emergency response activities. Duties include armed patrols, access monitoring, incident response, and maintaining reports and activity logs. Applicants must have an armed guard card or license, a corrections officer license, and a law enforcement officer license. A high school diploma or equivalent and a minimum age of 21 for armed roles are also required.

Requirements

• Possess an armed guard card or license.
• Possess a corrections officer license.
• Possess a law enforcement officer license.
• Be at least 21 years of age for armed roles.
• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Submit to a background investigation as a condition of employment, in accordance with applicable laws.
• Submit to a drug screen as a condition of employment to the extent permitted by law.
• Meet applicable state and/or local licensing requirements, which may be required before employment.

Nice To Haves

• Possession of handcuffs, pepper spray, and a baton is preferred.
• A valid driver’s license is required for driving positions only.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to visitors, employees, and members of the public while following security procedures, site-specific policies, and emergency response activities at government locations.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols of assigned buildings, parking areas, public access points, and perimeter areas; deter unauthorized activity and report unusual conditions.
• Respond calmly to incidents, alarms, and critical situations, following post orders and applicable procedures.
• Monitor facility access, verify authorization as required, and remain aware of visitor and vehicle activity.
• Maintain required reports, activity logs, and incident documentation, and communicate relevant information to Allied Universal leadership and designated site contacts.
• Participate in industry-specific security training programs.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Basic life and AD&D insurance.
• Retirement plans.
• Disability insurance.
• Seven holidays annually paid at time and a half if worked.
• 40 hours of vacation after one year of employment at eligible work assignments; unused vacation is paid out only where required by law.
• Employee discounts at restaurants, entertainment venues, and more through the perks program.
• Paid training programs and opportunities for career advancement.

What This Job Offers

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