Armed Security Guard (3 yrs exp)

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.

Security Officer – Memphis, TN | $26 / Hour

Your Experience Has Value. Put It to Work at $26/Hour.

Allied Universal is hiring Full-Time Security Officers in Memphis, TN for an opportunity designed for experienced security, military, law enforcement, or qualified criminal justice professionals.

With a strong $26.00 / hour starting rate and multiple shifts available, this is an excellent opportunity to bring your experience to the world's leading security services company and continue building your career.

Position Highlights

• Starting Pay: $26.00/hour
• Full-Time Position
• Memphis, TN 38141
• Morning, Afternoon, Evening & Overnight shifts available
• Weekday and weekend opportunities available
• Must be 21+ years of age
• Requires 3+ years of Security, Military, or Law Enforcement experience OR an Associate's Degree in Criminal Justice
• Must have DD214 with Honorable Discharge OR Associate Degree/60 College Credits OR Police Academy Certificate OR Corrections Academy Certificate

You've built the experience—now take advantage of an opportunity that values it.

Apply today and continue your career with Allied Universal at $26 / hour! 

RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Provide high quality security services, safeguarding personnel, property, and information
• Conduct patrols within and around the facility on foot, bicycle, or vehicle to ensure the protection of people, assets, and sensitive or classified information
• Preserve order and enforces rules, regulations, and directives for the viability of the site
• Maintains proficiency in the use of all assigned protective equipment, restraint devices and weapons.
• Greet guests and employees, assisting where appropriate; escort visitors and contractors, secure ingress and egress points, secure classified information
• Follow site-specific performance manuals and post orders, reporting safety concerns, security breaches, and unusual circumstances via written and verbal communication; interact with client and/or other security personnel regarding order execution when appropriate
• Respond to and assesses security alarms or emergency alarms; act as a first responder in emergency situations and provide first aid as necessary

QUALIFICATIONS (MUST HAVE):

• High school diploma or equivalent, or 5 years of verifiable experience
• Licensing requirements are subject to state and/or local laws and regulations and may be required prior to employment
• Minimum of three (3) years of law enforcement, military, or private armed security experience
• Minimum of 21 years of age (or higher if required by the state)
• Excellent communication skills; able to articulate and write clear and concise incident or situation reports
• Able to complete all range qualifications and functions

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS (NICE TO HAVE):

• Associate's degree or higher In Criminal Justice, Business, or a related field

BENEFITS:

• Health insurance and 401k plans for full-time positions
• Schedules that fit with your personal life goals
• Ongoing paid training programs and career growth opportunities
• Employee discounts through our perks program to your favorite restaurants, entertainment venues and much more…

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

If you have difficulty using the online system and require an alternate method to apply or require an accommodation, please contact our local Human Resources department. To find an office near you, please visit: www.aus.com/offices.