Armed Security Officer - Protection

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 Armed Security Officer - Protection in Phoenix, AZ , you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government, and more. Join Allied Universal as an armed officer at a government location, where you will monitor and patrol assigned areas, help to deter security-related incidents through a visible presence, and support access activity with strong customer service and communication. In our agile, reliable, and innovative culture, you will put people first, work through teamwork, and act with integrity while serving the public.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $23.00 / Hour

Job Schedule:

DayTimeTue08:00 AM - 06:00 PMWed08:00 AM - 06:00 PMThur08:00 AM - 06:00 PMFri08:00 AM - 06:00 PM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to visitors, employees, and/or the public while carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities at a government location.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, disturbances, and/or critical situations in a calm, professional, and problem-solving manner, documenting observations and reporting details through appropriate channels.
• Conduct regular and random patrols throughout buildings, grounds, parking areas, and perimeter points to help identify unusual activity, policy violations, and/or potential hazards.
• Monitor access points, verify credentials, and support authorized entry and exit procedures while following post orders and applicable instructions for an armed patrol assignment.
• Maintain readiness to respond to emergencies and provide visible presence throughout the location, helping to support order and appropriate response to security-related concerns.

Minimum Requirements:

• An armed guard card and/or license is required.
• Pepper spray certification is preferred.
• CPR certification is preferred.
• Access control and/or badge experience 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

2026-1594831