Security Officer - Unarmed Site Rounds

Allied Universal • Canton, MS

11h • $17 • Onsite

About The Position

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. Job Description As a Security Officer - Unarmed Site Rounds in Canton, MS , you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Tech/Media/Telecom, and more. As an unarmed Patrol Officer at a fast-paced tech location, you will monitor and patrol assigned areas, complete routine rounds, and stay highly visible to help reduce security-related incidents. You will support access control and badge checks, document activity, and communicate clearly while delivering customer service to employees and visitors. At Allied Universal, you will work with a caring team that is agile, reliable, and innovative, always acting with integrity.

Requirements

• 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.

Nice To Haves

• Loss Prevention is preferred.
• CPR Certification is preferred.
• Access Control/Badge Experience is preferred.
• Ability to lift up to 20 lbs is preferred.
• Comfortable Using Computer or Tablet is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to clients, employees, contractors, and visitors by following Allied Universal security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities.
• Conduct regular and random foot and/or vehicle patrols of office, campus, and/or technology facility areas, including perimeters, parking areas, loading docks, and common spaces; document observations per post orders.
• Monitor access points and assist with access control activities such as checking identification, managing visitor check-in, and directing deliveries and/or service providers to designated areas.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including de-escalation, reporting, and coordinating with site contacts and/or public responders as directed.
• Complete timely, detailed reports and logs using written and/or electronic systems, including incident reports, patrol activity, and unusual activity notifications 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