Security Officer - Armed Overnight Patrol

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 Overnight Patrol in New Orleans, LA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Commercial Real Estate, and more. As an Armed Patrol Officer with Allied Universal at a commercial real estate location, you will monitor and patrol assigned areas, complete routine rounds, and maintain a visible presence that may help to deter security-related incidents. You will respond to calls for service, document observations, and provide professional customer service and clear communication to tenants, visitors, and staff. An armed guard card/license is required. Our team is agile, reliable, innovative, and acts with integrity.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $17.00 / Hour

Job Schedule:

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.

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to tenants, visitors, and property staff by following site-specific procedures, access control requirements, and security-related protocols, and/or assisting with emergency response activities when appropriate.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols of common areas, lobbies, stairwells, parking areas, and perimeter points to help to deter unauthorized activity and/or suspicious behavior.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including documenting observations and coordinating with property management and/or emergency services as directed.
• Monitor and report unusual conditions such as unsecured doors, trespassing, loitering, property damage, and/or hazardous conditions, and submit clear written reports and incident documentation.
• Carry and handle authorized duty equipment in accordance with Allied Universal and site policies, comply with all licensing requirements, and maintain professional communication and appearance while on post.

Minimum Requirements:

• Possess an Armed Guard Card/License.
• 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.

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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