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 Access Specialist in Nashville, TN, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government, and more. Join Allied Universal as an Armed Security Officer at a government location, where you will monitor access points, verify credentials, and help to deter security-related incidents through a professional presence. This role blends customer service, communication, and teamwork while supporting daily operations with integrity. If you are agile, reliable, and ready to make a difference in a people-first culture, this opportunity offers a meaningful and dynamic environment.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $20.00 / Hour

Job Schedule:

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to visitors, staff, and officials by following site-specific access control procedures, verifying credentials, and assisting with entry requirements at a government location.
• Monitor entrances, screening points, and restricted areas to help support authorized access, document visitor activity, and report unusual or suspicious behavior to the appropriate contacts.
• Respond to incidents, access concerns, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, following post orders and emergency response activities when appropriate.
• Conduct regular and random patrols around the location and perimeter, paying attention to access points, public areas, and other sensitive spaces where security-related issues may arise.
• Prepare clear reports of daily activities, incidents, and policy-related concerns, and communicate professionally with site personnel, visitors, and/or emergency responders as needed.

Minimum Requirements:

• Possess an armed guard card and/or license as required by state and/or local laws.
• 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.

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.

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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