Armed Security Officer State Facility

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.

Allied Universal is Currently Hiring a Full Time Armed Security Officer for State Site in Watertown MA

Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday 8 AM - 6 PM

Starting Pay is $25.88 Per Hour / Paid Orientation / Paid Training

Candidate is Required to Have a Concealed Carry Permit and 1+ Years of Previous Related Experience

As a Security Officer Armed in Watertown, MA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government, and more. Join Allied Universal as an armed patrol officer in a government location, where you will monitor and patrol assigned areas, maintain a visible presence to help to deter security-related incidents, and support daily operations through strong communication and customer service. In this role, you will reflect our caring culture by putting people first, working as a team, and acting with integrity, reliability, agility, and innovation.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $25.88 / Hour

Job Schedule:

What You'll Do:

Provide customer service to visitors, employees, and/or the public by carrying out site-specific procedures, access-related policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities at a government transportation location.
• Respond to incidents, disturbances, medical situations, and/or critical events in a calm, problem-solving manner, documenting relevant details and communicating with supervisors, site contacts, and/or public responders as needed.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols throughout assigned facilities, roadways, structures, and perimeter areas to help identify unusual conditions, policy violations, and/or potential security-related concerns.
• Monitor entrances, restricted areas, and high-traffic public spaces, helping to verify authorized access, observe activity, and report suspicious behavior, hazards, and/or maintenance issues.
• Support emergency and incident response efforts by following post orders, preserving scene integrity when needed, preparing reports, and assisting with traffic, crowd, and/or access control during planned and unplanned events.

Minimum Requirements:

• Possess a concealed carry weapons permit.
• 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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