Armed Security Officer - Reno - Allied Universal

Description

Overview

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.

Job Description

As a Security Officer - Part-Time Armed Patrol in Reno, NV, 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: Join Allied Universal as an Armed Patrol Officer supporting a government transportation location. You will conduct routine patrols, stay highly visible to help reduce security-related incidents, and respond to concerns with calm, clear communication and strong customer service. This role requires an Armed Guard Card or License and offers a fast-paced environment where you can bring agility, reliability, innovation, teamwork, and integrity to every shift.

Position Type: Part Time, with the opportunity to pick up additional shifts.

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

Pay Rate: $25.00 / Hour

Job Schedule:

DayTimeMon04:00 PM - 12:00 AMTue04:00 PM - 12:00 AM

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 our clients by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies and when appropriate, emergency response activities.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner.
• Conduct regular and random patrols around government transportation facilities, buildings, parking areas and perimeter. Working environments and conditions may vary by location.
• Carry and maintain assigned duty weapon and related equipment in accordance with Allied Universal policies, state requirements and post orders.
• Help to control access at entrances, gates and/or secured areas by verifying identification, monitoring visitor check-in and directing foot and vehicle traffic.
• Monitor cameras, alarms and/or dispatch communications; promptly report unusual activity and coordinate response with site representatives and public agencies as directed.
• Complete detailed incident reports, patrol logs and other required documentation; communicate key information to the next shift during post turnover.
• Support emergency procedures such as evacuations, medical calls and/or facility lockdown actions as directed by post orders and responding authorities.
• Provide a visible uniformed presence to help to deter inappropriate behavior, trespassing and/or property damage in and around the location.
• Operate radios, phones and other communications equipment; maintain professional, clear and timely communication with supervisors and site contacts.

Minimum Requirements:

• Have at least 1 year of armed security, law enforcement, and/or military experience.
• Have an Armed Guard Card and/or license.
• Handcuffs, pepper spray, and/or baton experience is preferred.
• A 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.

Closing

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:

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