Security Officer - Armed Patrol Driver

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 Federal Patrol Driver in Raleigh, NC, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government, and more. Join Allied Universal at a government corrections location where you will perform armed patrols of assigned areas, remain highly visible to help reduce security-related incidents, and support staff and visitors through clear communication and strong customer service. This post requires an Armed Guard Card or License and a valid driver's license, with opportunities to conduct routine patrols on foot and/or by vehicle while living our agile, reliable, innovative, people-first, integrity-driven approach.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $21.50 / 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 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 site staff, visitors, and/or contractors by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities.
• Perform armed patrol duties in accordance with Allied Universal post orders, applicable laws, and site requirements, including maintaining required certifications and following use of force and firearms handling guidelines.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of assigned buildings, grounds, and perimeter areas to help identify unusual activity, unsecured doors, and/or policy violations. Working environments and conditions may vary by location.
• Control access at entry points by checking identification, authorizations, and/or logs, and directing persons to appropriate locations while following site rules.
• Monitor cameras, alarms, radios, and/or other security-related systems, and report irregularities per procedure.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including de-escalation, scene control, and coordination with site leadership and/or responding public agencies as directed.
• Complete detailed reports of daily activity, incidents, and observations, and maintain accurate documentation in required systems.
• Enforce site rules regarding restricted areas and prohibited items, and assist with screening procedures when assigned, following post orders.
• Provide escort duties for authorized personnel and/or visitors through controlled areas as directed by site policy.
• Participate in roll call, briefings, and required training, and communicate post information to oncoming officers for continuity of operations.

Minimum Requirements:

• - Possess an armed guard card/license.
• - Be at least 21 years of age.
• - A valid driver's license is required in accordance with Allied Universal driver policy requirements.
• - 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.
• 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.
• Licensing requirements are subject to state and/or local laws and regulations and may be required prior to employment.

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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