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Security Officer Armed Emergency Response

Allied Universal
Little Rock, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 13 Aug 2026
💰 $22,000/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 Emergency Response in Little Rock, AR, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Utilities, and more. Join Allied Universal as an Armed Patrol Officer supporting a critical utilities location. You will conduct routine patrols, maintain a visible presence to help deter incidents, respond to security-related concerns, and provide exceptional customer service and communication. This role offers the opportunity to apply your training and experience while working with a team that is agile, reliable, innovative, caring, and committed to integrity.

Position Type: Full Time

21+ years old - Weekly Pay

4+ years of military or law enforcement experience

5+ years of security experience

Pay Rate: $21.00 / Hour

Job Schedule:

DayTimeMon11:00 PM - 07:00 AMTue11:00 PM - 07:00 AMSat03:00 PM - 11:00 PMSun03:00 PM - 11:00 PM

What You'll Do:

  • Provide customer service to personnel, visitors, and contractors at a utility operations location by carrying out site-specific procedures, access-control protocols, and emergency response activities when appropriate.
  • Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, notifying appropriate personnel and documenting activities in accordance with site procedures.
  • Conduct regular and random armed patrols of facilities, utility infrastructure, parking areas, and perimeter areas to help deter unauthorized activity and identify security-related concerns.
  • Monitor access points and verify credentials for employees, contractors, and visitors in accordance with established entry requirements.
  • Maintain accurate daily activity reports, incident reports, and other required documentation while following applicable armed post policies and procedures.

Minimum Requirements:

  • Be a graduate of a law enforcement or military police training program or equivalent.
  • Possess supervisory experience.
  • Possess a college degree.
  • Be at least 21 years of age.
  • Possess at least 5 years of security-related experience.
  • Possess at least 4 years of military or law enforcement experience or a criminal justice degree.
  • Possess a DD214 with an honorable discharge, an associate degree or 60 college credits, a police academy certificate, or a corrections academy certificate.
  • 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 orient

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