Company 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.

As a Security Officer - Armed Patrol Driver in Wauchula, FL, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Corrections, and more. As a Patrol Armed Officer, you will play a key role in helping to deter security-related incidents within a corrections location by conducting routine patrols and maintaining a strong presence to support a secure environment. This post is both an armed and driving role. You will regularly interact with staff and visitors, providing excellent customer service and clear communication. At Allied Universal, we are committed to teamwork, innovation, and putting people first while upholding integrity in all that we do. Join us and help create a positive impact in a dynamic corrections setting.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $20.50 / 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:

• Carry out security-related procedures and site-specific policies to provide customer service to clients within a corrections environment.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, following established protocols for armed patrol posts.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols throughout the facility and its perimeter to help to deter unauthorized activity and support correctional operations.
• Assist with emergency response activities when appropriate, coordinating with staff and/or law enforcement as directed.
• Observe and report any unusual activity or security-related concerns to the appropriate personnel.
• Maintain a visible presence to help to deter potential incidents within the corrections location.

Minimum Requirements:

• A valid driver’s license is required in the state where the job is located.
• A minimum of three years of combined law enforcement, military, or security-related experience, or a college degree, is required.
• Graduation from a law enforcement or military police training program or an equivalent program is required.
• An armed guard card or license is required.
• A state, county, or city issued security-related 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-related 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.

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