Security Guard - Armed Patrol Officer

Allied Universal • Miami, FL

1d • $22 • Onsite

About The Position

As a Security Guard - Armed Patrol Officer in Miami, FL, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government, and more. As an Armed Patrol Officer with Allied Universal at a government location, you will monitor and patrol assigned areas, perform routine foot and vehicle patrols, stay highly visible to help reduce security-related incidents, and respond to concerns with clear communication and customer service. Bring integrity and teamwork to support a caring culture that is agile, reliable, and innovative. This post requires an armed guard card or license.

Requirements

• Have 3+ years combined law enforcement, military, and/or security-related experience or a college degree.
• Possess an Armed Guard Card/License.
• Client requires proof of high school diploma or GED.
• Be at least 21+ years of age.
• Provide DD214 with honorable discharge or associates degree with 60 college credits or police academy certificate or corrections academy certificate.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service at a government location by following security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols of buildings, parking areas, and perimeter routes to help to deter unauthorized activity and/or identify unusual conditions.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, providing assistance to staff and visitors and/or coordinating with public agencies as needed.
• Control access through designated entrances by verifying credentials, monitoring visitor flow, and observing for prohibited items or behavior concerns in accordance with site policy.
• Complete required documentation such as incident reports, patrol logs, and shift activity summaries, and communicate observations and/or operational needs to site leadership.

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