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Security Officer Armed Patrol - School

Allied Universal
Rock Hill, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 26 Jun 2026
💰 $42,920/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 Patrol - School in Rock Hill, SC, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Education, and more. Join Allied Universal as an Armed Patrol Officer at an education location, where you will monitor and patrol assigned areas, help to deter security-related incidents, manage access activity, and support a welcoming atmosphere through strong communication and customer service. In this role, you will represent a team that is agile, reliable, and innovative, with a caring culture that puts people first and delivers through teamwork and integrity.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $21.46 / Hour

Job Schedule:

DayTimeMon07:30 AM - 03:30 PMTue07:30 AM - 03:30 PMWed07:30 AM - 03:30 PMThur07:30 AM - 03:30 PMFri07:30 AM - 03:30 PM

What You'll Do:

  • Provide customer service to students, staff, visitors, and/or vendors by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities.
  • Respond to incidents, disturbances, and/or critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, documenting observations and reporting concerns through appropriate channels.
  • Conduct regular and random armed patrols throughout buildings, parking areas, athletic spaces, and perimeter locations to help to deter unauthorized activity and/or policy violations.
  • Monitor access points and campus activity, verify credentials when required, and assist with visitor management and traffic flow during arrival, dismissal, and special events.
  • Support a positive learning environment by maintaining a professional presence, communicating clearly with school personnel and/or first responders, and following post orders for the location.

Minimum Requirements:

  • Be at least 21 years of age.
  • Have at least 6 months of armed security-related, law enforcement, and/or military experience.
  • Access control and/or badge experience is preferred.
  • Customer service experience is preferred.
  • An armed guard card and/or license 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.

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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