Security Officer - Armed Patrol Driver

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 Patrol Driver in Windsor, NC, 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 patrol assigned areas, maintain a visible presence to help to deter security-related incidents, and respond to situations with calm professionalism. This is an armed and driving post, requiring an armed guard card/license and a valid driver's license. You will communicate clearly, document activities, and deliver customer-focused service while reflecting Allied Universal values of agility, reliability, innovation, teamwork, care, and integrity.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $21.50 / 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 by following Allied Universal and location-specific security-related procedures, policies, and post orders, and by supporting emergency response activities when appropriate.
• Carry and maintain assigned authorized weapon and equipment in accordance with Allied Universal policy, state requirements, and location-specific post orders.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols of buildings, grounds, parking areas, and perimeter areas to help to deter unauthorized activity and/or policy violations.
• Control access at designated entry points by checking identification, logging visitors, verifying authorization, and directing personnel to appropriate locations.
• Monitor controlled areas and entrances using observation, patrol checks, and available systems such as radios and monitoring equipment, and report irregular conditions.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including disturbances, medical events, contraband-related concerns, alarms, and/or unauthorized entry attempts.
• Communicate clearly with location staff and emergency responders, using radio protocols and established reporting channels.
• Complete detailed written reports and required documentation for incidents, patrol activities, and notable events in a timely manner.
• Support movement and/or escort activities as assigned by post orders, including assisting with controlled access routes and maintaining situational awareness during authorized movements.
• Enforce posted rules and location policies in a professional manner, using de-escalation techniques and requesting assistance when needed.
• Participate in required training, briefings, and post inspections, and follow chain-of-command direction for daily assignments and special details.
• Observe for maintenance, lighting, and environmental hazards that could affect operations, and report concerns through appropriate channels.

Minimum Requirements:

• Be at least 21 years of age.
• Possess an Armed Guard Card or license.
• Have 6 months or more of armed security-related experience and/or law enforcement experience and/or military experience.
• A valid driver's license is required in accordance with Allied Universal driver policy requirements.
• 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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