Security Officer Armed Government Sites

Security Officer - Armed - Access Control And Patrol

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 - Access Control and Patrol in Lebanon, PA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries, such as Government Buildings and more. As a Part-Time, Armed Security Patrol Officer with Allied Universal, you will play a key role in maintaining a secure environment by conducting routine patrols throughout the site that you're assigned to. Your visible presence will help to deter security-related incidents while you provide exceptional customer service and clear communication to all individuals on site. This position requires Act 235 qualification, as it is an armed post. Join a team that values agility, reliability, and innovation, and experience a caring culture that puts people first while working collaboratively to uphold integrity in all aspects of your role.

Position Type: Part Time (With an impeccable attendance and work performance, this is an outstanding opportunity to advance to full-time, armed opportunities)

Pay Rate: $31.20 / Hour

Job Schedule: To be discussed during the interview process

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 Benefits: Participate in our retirement savings plan to invest in your future.
• Exclusive Perks: Enjoy discounts on top brands and services through our Perks Program.

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to our clients by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies and when appropriate, emergency response activities.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner.
• Conduct regular and random patrols around the business and perimeter. Working environments and conditions may vary by client site.
• Preserve order and enforces rules, regulations, and directives for the viability of the site.
• Maintain proficiency in the use of all assigned protective equipment, restraint devices and weapons.
• Greet guests and employees, assisting where appropriate; escort visitors and contractors, secure ingress and egress points, secure classified information.
• Follow site-specific performance manuals and post orders, reporting safety concerns, security breaches, and unusual circumstances via written and verbal communication; interact with client and/or other security personnel regarding order execution when appropriate.
• Respond to and assesses security alarms or emergency alarms; act as a first responder in emergency situations and provide first aid as necessary.

Minimum Requirements:

• Must be able and willing to travel up to 40 miles from the Greater Lebanon, PA area.
• Act 235 Qualification is required for positions in Pennsylvania only.
• Must have a PA Concealed Carry Weapons permit.
• Be at least 21 years of age for armed roles.
• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Must have 2+ years combined of Armed Security / Law Enforcement / Armed Corrections or the equivalent.
• Must have the ability to Pass a Physical that includes: push-ups, sit-ups and a cardiovascular related stress test.
• Must be able to walk and stand for long periods of time.
• 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.
• Any unpaid, unsettled or disputed Federal Taxes or Federal Loans WILL disqualify.
• 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:

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