Security Officer - Armed Exterior Corrections

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 Driver Patrol in Spruce Pine, NC, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government, and more. Join a leading team where flexibility meets opportunity. As a Part-Time Security Officer, you can build a schedule that works for you and explore new roles using our Claim a Shift platform. Learn more: aus.com/earnmore. Join Allied Universal at a government location as an armed patrol officer, conducting routine rounds and remaining visible to help to deter security-related incidents. You will respond to alarms and unusual activity, document observations, and communicate clearly with site contacts and local partners. This is a driving post that requires a valid driver's license under AU driver policy requirements, combining mobile patrol coverage with strong customer service and integrity-driven teamwork.

Position Type: Part Time

Pay Rate: $21.50 / 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 Benefits: Participate in our retirement savings plan to invest in your future.
• Exclusive Perks: Enjoy discounts on top brands and services through our Perks Program.

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to clients, employees, visitors and/or contractors while following site-specific security-related procedures and post orders at a government location.
• Carry a firearm and related assigned equipment in accordance with Allied Universal policies, licensing requirements and post instructions, and use sound judgment to help to deter and/or respond to potential threats.
• Respond to incidents, alarms and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including coordinating with on-site staff and/or local law enforcement as directed.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols of buildings, grounds, parking areas and perimeter zones, observing for unusual conditions, policy violations and/or hazards and documenting findings.
• Control access by monitoring entry points, checking identification and/or authorized lists, screening for prohibited items when directed, and completing accurate reports, logs and evidence documentation.

Minimum Requirements:

• Be at least 21 years of age.
• A valid driver's license is required in accordance with Allied Universal driver policy requirements.
• An armed guard card/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.

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.