Security Officer - Armed Inmate Transport

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 Inmate Transport in Land O Lakes, FL, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government, and more. As an Armed Patrol Officer at a government location, you will conduct routine mobile patrols, stay highly visible, and respond to incidents while delivering strong customer service and clear communication. This is a driving post requiring a valid driver's license, and you will support security-related operations with professionalism and sound judgment. At Allied Universal, you will thrive in an agile, reliable, and innovative team that puts people first and acts with integrity.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $22.75 / 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 personnel and visitors at a government location by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including contacting appropriate emergency services and/or site representatives as needed.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols of buildings, grounds, parking areas, and the perimeter to help to deter unauthorized activity and/or policy violations.
• Control access points by verifying identification and/or authorization for entry, issuing visitor credentials as directed, and directing foot and vehicle traffic according to site procedures.
• Monitor surveillance cameras, intrusion and fire panels, and other site systems when assigned, and report irregular conditions per post orders.
• Document incidents, observations, patrol activity, and interactions in written reports and/or electronic logs, and submit required documentation to Allied Universal supervision.
• Perform routine inspections for unsecured doors, damaged property, suspicious items, and other irregularities, and notify site contacts and/or Allied Universal management per protocol.
• Maintain readiness of assigned post equipment and required issued gear, and follow all site rules regarding storage, handling, and reporting of equipment status.
• Assist with crowd management and order maintenance during public-facing activities and/or meetings as directed by site procedures and Allied Universal supervision.
• Coordinate with site personnel and local law enforcement as needed, providing clear information and preserving incident details for follow-up.

Minimum Requirements:

• A valid driver's license is required in accordance with Allied Universal driver policy requirements.
• A minimum of 2 years of law enforcement, military, and/or corrections experience is required.
• An Armed Guard Card and/or License is preferred.
• A Guard Card and/or License is preferred.
• Pepper Spray Certification is preferred.
• 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.

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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