Security Officer - Armed Government Patrol - Weekdays

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 Government Patrol - Weekdays 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 location, you will monitor and patrol assigned areas, maintain a highly visible presence to help to deter security-related incidents, and respond to concerns with calm professionalism. You will conduct routine patrols, document observations, and communicate clearly with staff and visitors while delivering a caring, people-first experience. Join a team that is agile, reliable, innovative, and driven by integrity.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $22.66 / 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 all persons at a government location by carrying out site-specific security-related procedures, policies, and/or emergency response activities.
• Perform armed patrol duties in accordance with Allied Universal post orders, applicable laws, and client policies, including maintaining required permits and equipment.
• Conduct regular and random foot and/or vehicle patrols of buildings, grounds, parking areas, and perimeter points to help to deter unauthorized activity and identify unusual conditions.
• Control access by verifying identification and credentials, managing visitor processing, and directing foot and vehicle traffic in accordance with site procedures.
• Monitor alarms, surveillance systems, and/or radio traffic; investigate alerts and take appropriate actions based on post orders.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including de-escalation, summoning assistance, and coordinating with onsite personnel and/or public responders as needed.
• Perform security-related screening procedures when assigned, such as checking bags, packages, and deliveries per site policy.
• Document patrols, incidents, and observations in written reports and electronic systems, providing clear and timely information to supervisors and client representatives.
• Conduct security-related checks of doors, gates, locks, and restricted areas; report maintenance issues, hazards, and policy violations through the appropriate channels.
• Support emergency procedures such as evacuations, shelter-in-place actions, and medical response notification, following site instructions and Allied Universal guidelines.
• Interact professionally with employees, visitors, and the public, providing directions, answering questions, and escalating concerns to the appropriate party.
• Participate in briefings and training, maintain situational awareness of current post requirements, and complete required logs and administrative tasks.

Minimum Requirements:

• Be a graduate of a Law Enforcement or Military Police Training Program or equivalent.
• Be at least 21 years of age.
• CPR and/or First Aid certification is preferred.
• An armed guard card and/or license is preferred.
• 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.

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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