Security Officer - Armed Federal Patrol

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 Federal Patrol in Lakeland, FL, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government, and more. Join Allied Universal at a government location as an armed patrol post. You will conduct routine vehicle and/or foot patrols, maintain a visible presence that helps to deter security-related incidents, respond to calls for service, and document observations with clear communication. You will deliver a customer-service mindset while supporting public-facing operations through teamwork, integrity, and an agile, reliable, innovative approach in a people-first culture.

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 our clients by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies and when appropriate, emergency response activities.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols of government facilities, parking areas and the surrounding perimeter; working environments and conditions may vary by location.
• Control access at designated entry points by checking identification, verifying authorization and/or screening visitors, vendors and deliveries per post orders.
• Monitor cameras, alarms, radios and other security-related systems and report unusual activity through the proper chain of command.
• Maintain a high level of readiness and proper care of issued equipment consistent with licensing requirements and site policies.
• Document routine activity, patrol observations and incident details in written reports and/or electronic logs.
• Assist with traffic control and pedestrian flow during peak periods, special events and/or emergency situations as directed by site procedures.
• Coordinate with on-site personnel and responding public service agencies during incidents, providing timely updates and requested information.
• Support investigations of security-related incidents by preserving observations, identifying involved parties and preparing accurate statements when requested.

Minimum Requirements:

• - Be a graduate of Law Enforcement or Military Police Training Program or Equivalent.
• - Possess an Armed Guard Card/License.
• - Have 2+ Years' Law Enforcement/Military/Corrections Experience.
• - Possess a Corrections Officer License.
• - Possess a Law Enforcement Officer License.
• - 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.
• 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.

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.

If you have difficulty using the online system and require an alternate method to apply or require an accommodation, please contact our local Human Resources department. To find an office near you, please visit: www.aus.com/offices.