Armed Security Officer - Corporate Headquarters

Armed Security Officer - Corporate Headquarters at Allied Universal summary:

Armed Security Officer for a corporate headquarters campus responsible for armed protection, mobile patrols, access control, executive protection, and first-response to security and medical incidents. Role requires strong communication, professionalism, discretion, and at least three years of credible military, police, corrections, public safety, or private security experience, plus ability to obtain/hold required firearms licensing and pass background/drug screening. Position offers starting pay, benefits, training, and advancement within a large security services company.

Overview

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.

Job Description

Now Hiring: Armed Protection Officers - Corporate Headquarters Campus
Starting at $32 / hour • Elite Assignment • Full Benefits • Career Growth

Allied Universal® is seeking highly qualified security professionals to serve as Armed Custom Protection Officers at our client's Global Headquarters (GHQ) campus in St. Joseph, Michigan. This is a high-visibility, customer-facing assignment requiring exceptional professionalism, strong communication skills, and sound judgment.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide armed security and emergency response across a large corporate campus
• Operate a vehicle as part of a mobile patrol and area surveillance team
• Support local executive protection and event security operations
• Provide local secure transportation for executives
• Serve as a first responder for security incidents and medical emergencies
• Interact with local law enforcement officers
• Deliver high-level customer service to employees, executives, and visitors
• Identify and report safety or security concerns
• Perform patrols, respond to incidents, and manage access control
• Monitor safety and security equipment/systems (CCTV, Access Control, etc.)
• Work within a coordinated, well-structured protection program

QUALIFICATIONS (MUST HAVE):

• Must be 21 years of age
• Licensing requirements are subject to state and/or local laws and regulations and may be required prior to employment
• Credible military, police, corrections, public safety, or private security experience of three or more years
• Exceptional decision-making skills: ability to effectively operate under pressure.
• Discretion and integrity; trusted to handle sensitive information.
• Must pass a background check and drug screening (as permitted by law)
• Must be willing and able to obtain a valid Michigan Concealed Carry Permit (CCW) upon hire or currently possess one
• Must possess one or more of the following:
  • Service in Military Occupational Specialty related to law enforcement, security (such as Military Police, Elite Military Forces, combat arms) or any support role in a Combat Zone
  • Graduate of a Certified Public Safety Academy (military or civilian) or verified work experience in the law enforcement, adult corrections, or firefighter field
  • Bachelor's degree in law enforcement or criminal justice related studies
  • A minimum of 8 or more years of service in any military branch
  • Associate's degree (or 60 credits) or higher in law enforcement or criminal justice with current or prior active military service
  • Professional appearance and demeanor; physically fit

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS (NICE TO HAVE):

• Degree in an area of study relevant to this position
• U.S. military service in a combat arms or military police/security forces capacity
• Certification or training in security management, firearms, executive protection, etc.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:

• Starting at $32 / hour, weekly pay
• Medical/dental/vision
• 401K Plan
• Paid time off
• Extensive training and professional development
• Advancement opportunities across Allied Universal's nationwide network

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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