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Allied Universal

Largest private security services provider

Armed Security Officer Full Time Patrol

Security Guarding & PatrolPosted on Nov 10
Full-timeSan Antonio, TX, USA$21 /hrIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • Possess an armed guard card or license.
  • Have at least 3 years of combined law enforcement, corrections, or military experience, or at least 5 years of armed security-related experience.
  • 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.
  • 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.

Responsibilities

  • Provide customer service to residents, visitors, and staff by carrying out security-related procedures, location-specific policies, and emergency response activities as appropriate.
  • Respond to incidents, disturbances, and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem-solving manner, documenting observations and actions taken.
  • Conduct regular and random armed patrols throughout the shelter location, including common areas, entry points, exterior grounds, and perimeter areas.
  • Monitor access points and visitor activity, verify authorized entry when required, and report suspicious activity or policy concerns to appropriate personnel.
  • Maintain required armed-post qualifications and follow applicable laws, Allied Universal procedures, and location-specific requirements for assigned equipment.

Desired Qualifications

  • CPR and First Aid certification is preferred.
  • CPR certification is preferred.
  • Experience using handcuffs, pepper spray, and baton is preferred.

About the Company

Allied Universal

Largest private security services provider

Allied Universal is a large security and facilities services provider that protects people and property at client sites. Its offerings include on-site security guards, mobile patrols, risk assessments, and janitorial and facilities support, delivered by trained staff with supporting technology. The company stands out for its massive scale and wide footprint, created by merging AlliedBarton with Universal Services of America and later acquiring G4S to become the world’s largest private security provider. Its goal is to be the leading fully integrated security and facilities partner for customers across North America and beyond.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
Not listed
Total funding
Not listed
Headquarters
Irvine, CA
Founded
1957

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