Security Officer - Armed Civic Patrol

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 Civic Patrol in Pensacola, FL, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government, and more. Join Allied Universal as an unarmed patrol officer at a government location supporting youth services. You will monitor and patrol assigned areas, conduct routine rounds, stay highly visible to help to deter security-related incidents, and respond to needs with clear communication and customer service. In a role rooted in integrity, teamwork, and a caring culture, you will work with an agile, reliable, and innovative team that puts people first.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $20.00 / Hour

Job Schedule:

Why Join Us:

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 You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to staff, visitors, and program participants by carrying out Allied Universal security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities.
• Control access at designated entrances by verifying authorization, directing visitor check-in processes, and helping to maintain orderly entry and exit in a government location.
• Conduct regular and random patrols throughout buildings, grounds, and perimeter areas to help to deter unauthorized activity and/or policy violations.
• Monitor doors, gates, cameras, and alarm indicators when assigned, and report unusual conditions per post orders.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including requesting additional assistance and documenting actions taken.
• Support staff with security-related escorts and controlled movement of visitors and/or contractors in restricted areas when directed by site leadership.
• Observe for prohibited items and unauthorized deliveries, and follow site procedures for reporting and/or handling potential contraband concerns.
• Complete timely and accurate reports, including incident reports, daily activity logs, and shift handoffs, using required forms and systems.
• Communicate professionally with on-site personnel and responding public services, providing clear information during incidents and/or drills.
• Maintain a professional presence, follow all unarmed post requirements, and comply with all licensing, training, and site-specific policies.

Minimum Requirements:

• Have at least 1+ years' armed security, law enforcement, and/or military experience.
• CPR certification is preferred.
• A Guard Card and/or license is preferred.
• 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.

Allied Universal is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or relationship/association with a protected veteran, or any other basis or characteristic protected by law. For more information: www.aus.com.

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