Security Officer - Courthouse Foot 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 - Courthouse Foot Patrol in Raleigh, NC, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government, and more. As an Unarmed Patrol Officer at a government location, you will monitor and patrol assigned areas, conduct routine rounds, and remain highly visible to help deter security-related incidents. You will document observations using a computer and/or tablet, communicate clearly with staff and visitors, and provide helpful customer service. At Allied Universal, you will thrive in an agile, reliable, and innovative team that puts people first and acts with integrity.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $16.92 / Hour

Job Schedule:

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.

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to location staff, visitors, and vendors by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities.
• Conduct regular and random foot and/or vehicle patrols of government buildings, parking areas, common areas, and perimeter spaces to help to deter unwanted activity and identify maintenance or operational concerns.
• Control access at designated entry points by verifying credentials, directing visitors to appropriate destinations, and assisting with visitor sign-in and/or badge processes per site policy.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including disturbances, medical situations, alarms, and/or suspicious activity, and notify appropriate contacts as required.
• Monitor and operate security-related equipment such as cameras, alarms, and access control systems, and report irregular conditions according to post orders.
• Complete routine building checks such as door, gate, and restricted-area inspections, and report unsecured openings, damaged property, and/or hazards to site representatives.
• Document daily activity, patrol findings, and incident details in written logs and reports with clear, timely, and accurate information.
• Support special events, public meetings, and/or high-traffic periods with presence, line management, and traffic and/or parking guidance as directed by post orders.
• Communicate professionally with Allied Universal leadership, site contacts, and responding public resources to share updates and follow escalation procedures.

Minimum Requirements:

• Be 21+ years of age.
• Being comfortable using a computer or tablet is preferred.
• Be at least 18 years of age for unarmed roles; 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.
• 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: www.aus.com.

If you have difficulty using the online system and require an alternate method to apply or require an accommodation, please contact our local Human Resources department. To find an office near you, please visit: www.aus.com/offices.