Armed Security Officer - Transit 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.

Armed guard card holders are eligible for a $3,000 sign-on bonus!

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We now offer flexible pay options like weekly pay and Instant Pay

As a Armed Security Officer - Transit Patrol in Sparks, NV, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government, and more. As an Armed Patrol Officer at a government transportation location, you will conduct routine patrols, stay highly visible to help discourage security-related incidents, and respond to security-related concerns with professionalism and clear communication. This is an armed post requiring an Armed Guard Card and/or license. At Allied Universal, you will bring integrity, teamwork, and a caring, people-first mindset while supporting reliable, innovative service 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 to visitors, staff, and contractors by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities at a government transportation location.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including de-escalation, medical response notifications, and coordinating with local law enforcement and/or onsite personnel as directed.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols of buildings, platforms, parking areas, and perimeter routes to help to deter unauthorized activity and/or policy violations.
• Control access points by verifying identification, managing visitor processing, and checking restricted areas in accordance with post orders and applicable regulations.
• Complete detailed activity, incident, and shift reports, monitor cameras and alarms as assigned, and communicate relevant information to Allied Universal leadership and/or client representatives.

Minimum Requirements:

• Have 1+ years' armed security and/or law enforcement and/or military experience.
• Possess an armed guard card/license.
• Customer service experience is preferred.
• Handcuffs and/or pepper spray and/or baton 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.

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.