Armed Security Officer - Multiple Positions

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.

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As a Armed Security Officer - Multiple Positions in Reno, NV, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government, and more. Join Allied Universal at a government location as an armed patrol officer, conducting routine patrols and remaining highly visible to help to deter security-related incidents. You will respond to incidents, document activity, and communicate clearly with staff and visitors while providing strong customer service. This is a driving post requiring a valid driver's license, where agility, reliability, innovation, teamwork, and integrity guide every shift.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $25.00 / 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 by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities at a government location.
• Conduct armed foot and/or vehicle patrols at regular and random intervals throughout buildings, grounds, parking areas, and perimeter points to help to deter unwanted activity.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including assisting with access control issues, disturbances, and requests for service.
• Monitor and document security-related activity, complete reports, and communicate observations and/or incidents to appropriate personnel following post orders.
• Support entry screening and controlled access operations as assigned, including verifying identification and/or credentials and directing visitors to the proper location.

Minimum Requirements:

• Have 3+ years combined law enforcement and/or military and/or security experience OR a college degree.
• A valid driver's license is required in accordance with Allied Universal driver policy requirements.
• Lifting more than 20 lbs is preferred.
• An Armed Guard Card and/or License 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.

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.

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