Security Officer Armed Security Patrol

Job Description

Job Description

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 Security Patrol in Hoover, AL , you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Financial Institutions, and more. Join Allied Universal as an Armed Patrol Officer at a financial institution location, where you will monitor and patrol assigned areas, remain visible to help to deter security-related incidents, and support a welcoming environment through strong communication and customer service. In our agile, reliable, and innovative team, you will put people first, work with integrity, and contribute through teamwork in a dynamic armed post.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $16.52 / Hour

Job Schedule:

DayTimeMon08:15 AM - 04:45 PMTue08:15 AM - 04:45 PMWed08:15 AM - 04:45 PMThur08:15 AM - 04:45 PMFri08:15 AM - 06:15 PM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to employees, members, and visitors by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and/or emergency response activities appropriate for a financial services location.
• Respond to alarms, incidents, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, documenting observations and communicating with site contacts and/or local law enforcement when needed.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols throughout the facility, parking areas, entrances, and perimeter to help to deter unauthorized activity and identify unusual conditions.
• Monitor access points, verify credentials where required, and report suspicious behavior, unsecured doors, and/or other security-related concerns in accordance with site procedures.
• Support opening and closing activities, maintain a visible presence at assigned posts, and complete required reports related to patrols, incidents, and/or daily activity.

Minimum Requirements:

• A Concealed Carry Weapons Permit is required.
• At least 1 year of security-related experience is required.
• Customer service experience is preferred.
• A valid firearms permit is preferred.
• Being comfortable using a computer or tablet 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.

Closing

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:

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Requisition ID

2026-1617939