Security Officer - Armed Museum Rover

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 Museum Rover in Columbia, SC, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Cultural Institutions, and more. Join a leading team where flexibility meets opportunity. As a Part-Time Security Officer, you can build a schedule that works for you and explore new roles using our Claim a Shift platform. Learn more: aus.com/earnmore. Join Allied Universal at a cultural institution as an armed patrol officer, conducting routine foot patrols, maintaining a visible presence to help to deter security-related incidents, and supporting staff and visitors with clear communication and customer service. You will respond to alarms and document activity using a computer and/or tablet. Bring your armed guard card or license and a people-first mindset as you work with an agile, reliable team that acts with integrity.

Position Type: Part Time

Pay Rate: $18.00 / 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 Benefits: Participate in our retirement savings plan to invest in your future.
• Exclusive Perks: Enjoy discounts on top brands and services through our Perks Program.

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to clients, guests, and staff by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities at a cultural institution location.
• Carry and handle assigned firearm and other authorized equipment in accordance with Allied Universal policies, post orders, and applicable laws; maintain required qualifications and report any equipment concerns.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including dispatching assistance, providing clear directions to visitors, and coordinating with law enforcement and/or emergency responders as needed.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols of interior spaces, galleries, public areas, parking areas, and the perimeter to help to deter unwanted activity and identify hazards, suspicious behavior, and/or policy violations.
• Complete detailed incident reports, patrol logs, and shift documentation; communicate security-related information promptly to site leadership and Allied Universal supervision.

Minimum Requirements:

• Have 1+ years' armed security, law enforcement, and/or military experience.
• Possess an armed guard card and/or license.
• Being comfortable using a computer or tablet is preferred.
• Having alarm panel experience is preferred.
• Having customer service experience 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.

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.