Security Officer - Armed Campus 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 Campus Patrol in North Charleston, SC, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Education, and more. As a Patrol Armed Officer with Allied Universal in an educational setting, you will be responsible for conducting routine armed patrols across the campus, maintaining a visible presence to help to deter security-related incidents, and providing outstanding customer service to students, staff, and visitors. This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a dynamic location, while upholding the values of teamwork, integrity, and putting people first.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $21.00 / 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 following security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and responding to emergencies as needed.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, supporting a positive environment at the location.
• Conduct regular and random patrols throughout the educational facility and its perimeter to help to deter unauthorized activity and identify potential concerns.
• Monitor entrances, exits, and key areas to help to deter unauthorized access and maintain awareness of the surroundings.
• Assist students, staff, and visitors with security-related inquiries and provide guidance as appropriate.
• Document incidents, observations, and actions taken during assigned shifts according to Allied Universal and client protocols.
• Coordinate with local law enforcement and/or emergency services when required.
• Maintain a visible and approachable presence to help to deter disruptive behavior and promote a secure environment within the educational setting.

Minimum Requirements:

• Possess an Armed Guard Card or License.
• Be at least 21 years of age.
• Provide one of the following: DD214 with Honorable Discharge, or an Associate's Degree or 60 college credits, or a Police Academy Certificate, or a Corrections Academy Certificate.
• 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.

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