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Security Officer Armed - Full Time

Allied Universal
Rock Hill, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 23 Jun 2026
💰 $40,420/yr

About the role


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 - Full Time in Rock Hill, SC, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Education, and more. Join Allied Universal at a dynamic education location as an Armed Patrol Officer, where you will monitor and patrol assigned areas, help to deter security-related incidents, and support students, staff, and visitors through strong communication and professional presence. In this armed post, you will contribute to a caring culture built on teamwork, integrity, and reliable service while making a meaningful impact each day.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $20.21 / Hour

Job Schedule:

DayTimeMon08:00 AM - 04:00 PMTue08:00 AM - 04:00 PMWed08:00 AM - 04:00 PMThur08:00 AM - 04:00 PMFri08:00 AM - 04:00 PM

What You'll Do:

  • Provide customer service to students, staff, visitors, and/or vendors by carrying out security-related procedures, location-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities.
  • Respond to incidents, disturbances, medical situations, and/or critical events in a calm, professional, problem-solving manner and document observations according to site protocols.
  • Conduct regular and random armed patrols throughout campus buildings, parking areas, athletic spaces, and perimeter zones to help to deter unauthorized activity and/or suspicious behavior.
  • Monitor entry points, check credentials when required, and report policy violations, hazards, and/or maintenance concerns to the appropriate school or Allied Universal contacts.
  • Support arrival, dismissal, special events, and after-hours activities by helping with access control, traffic direction, and visible presence across the location.

Minimum Requirements:

  • Have at least 1 year of armed security-related, law enforcement, and/or military experience.
  • Possess a current armed guard card and/or license.
  • Provide proof of a high school diploma or GED.
  • Be at least 21 years of age.
  • Have at least 5 years of security-related experience.
  • 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.

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.


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.

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