Communication Skills, Computer Security, Customer Support/Service, Documentation, Driver's License, Emergency Response, Federal Laws and Regulations, Government, Incident Response, Legal, Medical Treatment, Operational Support, Operations, Parking Structures, Problem Solving Skills, Protective Services, Reporting Skills, State Laws and Regulations, Team Player, Training Program
Security Officer Armed Patrol
Birmingham, Alabama Position Type: Full Time Shift Type: Morning, Afternoon Req ID: 2026-1591733 Pay Rate: USD $17.53/Hr. Work Days Available: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Saturday Date posted: 05/13/2026
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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 Rover in Birmingham, AL, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government, and more. Join Allied Universal as an Armed Patrol Officer at a government location, where you will monitor and patrol assigned areas, remain visible to help deter security-related incidents, and support daily operations through strong communication and customer service. In our agile, reliable, and innovative team, you will put people first, act with integrity, and contribute to a caring culture built on teamwork.
Position Type: Full Time
Pay Rate: $17.53 / Hour
Job Schedule:
DayTimeMon10:00 AM - 06:00 PMTue02:00 PM - 10:00 PMWed01:00 PM - 09:00 PMSat05:00 AM - 01:00 PM
What You'll Do:
- Provide customer service to staff, visitors, and members of the public by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and/or emergency response activities at a government transportation location.
- Respond to incidents, disturbances, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, documenting observations and communicating with supervisors, public agency representatives, and/or first responders as needed.
- Conduct regular and random armed patrols throughout transit property, buildings, parking areas, platforms, and perimeter locations to help identify unusual activity and report security-related concerns.
- Monitor access points, restricted areas, and public-facing spaces to help support authorized entry, assist with crowd and passenger flow, and report policy violations or suspicious behavior.
- Support emergency and routine operations by preparing clear reports, maintaining awareness of post orders, and following location procedures for alarms, medical incidents, evacuations, and/or transportation-related disruptions.
Minimum Requirements:
- Possess a Concealed Carry Weapons Permit.
- Have at least 1 year of security-related experience.
- Be at least 21 years of age.
- An Armed Guard Card/License is preferred.
- Handcuffing Certification 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 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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