Security Officer - Armed Gate

Allied Universal • Boca Raton, FL

20h • $19 • Onsite

About The Position

As a Security Officer - Armed Gate in Boca Raton, FL, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Residential, and more. As an Armed Patrol Officer with Allied Universal at a high-end residential location, you will conduct routine foot and vehicle patrols, maintain a visible presence that helps to discourage incidents, and respond to alarms and calls for service with calm professionalism. You will document security-related activity, assist residents and guests with courteous communication, and partner with site staff and local responders while living our values of agility, reliability, innovation, teamwork, and integrity.

Requirements

• Have 1+ years of law enforcement, corrections or military experience.
• Have a bachelors degree in criminal justice.
• Possess an Armed Guard Card and/or License.
• Have 5+ years of security-related experience.
• A Guard Card and/or License 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.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to residents, guests, and staff by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities within a residential community.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols of common areas, amenities, parking areas, and the property perimeter to help identify and report suspicious activity, hazards, and policy violations.
• Control access at gates and/or entry points by verifying credentials, logging visitors, monitoring deliveries and contractors, and directing traffic flow as needed.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, coordinating with site management and public responders when required.
• Complete detailed incident reports, patrol logs, and daily activity documentation, and communicate relevant updates during shift turnover.

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