Armed Security Officer - Patrol Unit

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 Unit in Seattle, WA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Financial Institutions, and more. Join Allied Universal at a financial institution location as an armed patrol officer, helping maintain a welcoming environment through high-visibility rounds and thoughtful presence. You will monitor assigned areas, conduct routine patrols, document observations, and respond to incidents with calm, professional communication. Guided by our agile, reliable, and innovative approach, you will support a caring, people-first culture while delivering through teamwork and acting with integrity.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $27.00 / 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 clients at a financial institution location by following Allied Universal procedures, site-specific policies, and/or emergency response activities as needed.
• Carry and maintain assigned firearm and related equipment in accordance with licensing requirements, post orders, and Allied Universal guidelines.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols of interior areas, exterior grounds, and perimeter to help to deter unauthorized activity and/or identify unusual conditions.
• Respond to alarms, disturbances, and/or critical incidents in a calm, problem-solving manner, coordinating with site leadership and/or public responders when appropriate.
• Complete security-related reports, incident documentation, and daily activity logs, and communicate relevant observations to supervision and site contacts.

Minimum Requirements:

• Possess a Concealed Carry Weapons Permit.
• Have 1+ years' law enforcement experience or 2+ years' security supervisor/manager experience or 3+ years' security experience.
• Customer service experience is preferred.
• CPR certification 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.

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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