Armed Security Officer - Supermarket

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 Patrol Permit Holder in Seattle, WA , you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Retail/Malls, and more. As an Armed Security Officer in a retail location, you will monitor and patrol assigned areas, maintain a visible presence to help deter security-related incidents, and deliver exceptional customer service. You will communicate professionally with customers and team members while responding to security-related concerns. This armed post requires an Armed Guard Card or License and a Concealed Carry Weapons Permit. Join Allied Universal’s agile, reliable team, where integrity, innovation, and caring for people come first.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $35.00 / Hour

Job Schedule:

DayTimeMon05:00 AM - 03:00 PMFri05:00 AM - 03:00 PMSat05:00 AM - 03:00 PMSun05:00 AM - 03:00 PM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to store customers, associates, and visitors while carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and emergency response activities as appropriate.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, disturbances, and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem-solving manner; communicate observations to site leadership and emergency responders as needed.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols of the retail location, including sales areas, entrances, exits, parking areas, loading areas, and perimeter, helping to deter unauthorized activity.
• Monitor for suspicious activity, policy violations, hazards, and access-control concerns; document incidents and complete required reports accurately and promptly.
• Maintain a professional armed presence while following applicable laws, company procedures, and site-specific post orders.

Minimum Requirements:

• Possess a valid Concealed Carry Weapons Permit.
• Possess a valid Armed Guard Card or License.
• Be at least 21 years of age.
• Be comfortable using a computer or tablet, preferred.
• Possess CPR and/or First Aid certification, 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

2026-1652234