Security Officer - Armed Federal Patrol
Allied UniversalAbout the role
Overview
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.
Job Description
As a Security Officer - Armed Federal Patrol in Reno, NV, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government, and more. As an armed Patrol Officer with Allied Universal at a government transportation location, you will monitor and patrol assigned areas, conduct routine rounds, and maintain a visible presence that may help to deter security-related incidents. You will engage riders, staff, and visitors with professional customer service and clear communication while documenting and reporting observations. Join a team that is agile, reliable, and innovative, with a caring culture built on teamwork and integrity.
Position Type: Full Time
Armed guard card holders are eligible for a $3,000 sign-on bonus.
Pay Rate: $25.00 / Hour
Job Schedule:
DayTimeMon12:00 PM - 08:00 PMTue12:00 PM - 08:00 PMWed12:00 PM - 08:00 PMThur12:00 PM - 08:00 PMWhy 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 location staff and the public by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities.
- Conduct regular and random armed patrols of transit facilities, parking areas, platforms, buildings, and perimeter areas; working environments and conditions may vary by location.
- Monitor for suspicious or unusual activity and help to deter unauthorized access, loitering, vandalism, and other policy violations.
- Control access at designated entry points by verifying identification, logging visitors and/or contractors, and directing individuals according to location procedures.
- Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including de-escalating conflicts and coordinating response with location leadership.
- Operate security-related equipment such as radios, access control systems, and video monitoring systems, and report observed issues per post orders.
- Document patrols, incidents, and security-related activities in written reports and/or electronic systems with accurate details and timely notifications.
- Carry and maintain assigned duty gear in accordance with Allied Universal policies, state licensing requirements, and location post orders, including completing required checks and reporting equipment concerns.
- Assist with traffic and pedestrian flow during peak periods, special events, and service disruptions as directed by location procedures.
- Communicate clearly with law enforcement, emergency services, and Allied Universal supervision when escalation is needed, and assist with scene control until relieved.
Minimum Requirements:
- Have 1+ years' armed security, law enforcement, and/or military experience.
- Possess an armed guard card/license.
- 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.
Closing
Allied Universal® is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, age, color, religion, se
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