Armed Security Officer Minimum Armed (3 yrs exp)

Armed Security OfficerAllied 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.Allied Universal® is hiring an Armed Security Officer. The Armed Security Officer is responsible for the safety and security of the facilities they protect. Our Armed Security Officers allow us to accomplish our company's core purpose which is "to service, secure and care for the people and businesses in our communities." Armed Security Officers act as a visible deterrent to crime and client rule infractions; they detect and report suspicious, unsafe or criminal acts at or near their assigned posts which may be a threat to the property, clients, guests or employees at the site. RESPONSIBILITIES: Provide high quality security services, safeguarding personnel, property, and informationConduct patrols within and around the facility on foot, bicycle, or vehicle to ensure the protection of people, assets, and sensitive or classified informationPreserve order and enforces rules, regulations, and directives for the viability of the siteMaintains 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 informationFollow 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 appropriateRespond to and assesses security alarms or emergency alarms; act as a first responder in emergency situations and provide first aid as necessary QUALIFICATIONS (MUST HAVE): High school diploma or equivalent, or 5 years of verifiable experienceLicensing requirements are subject to state and/or local laws and regulations and may be required prior to employmentMinimum of three (3) years of law enforcement, military, or private armed security experienceMinimum of 21 years of age (or higher if required by the state)Excellent communication skills; able to articulate and write clear and concise incident or situation reportsAble to complete all range qualifications and functions BENEFITS: Medical, dental, vision, basic life, AD&D, and disability insuranceCompany's retirement plansSeven holidays annually paid at time and a half, if worked40 hours of vacation after one year of employment at eligible work assignments; unused vacation is only paid out where required by law Allied Universal