Security Officer - Armed Healthcare Patrol

Allied Universal, North America's leading security and facility services company, provides rewarding careers that give you a sense of purpose. While working in a dynamic, diverse, and inclusive workplace, you will be part of a team that fuels a culture that will reflect in our communities and customers we serve. We offer medical, dental, and vision coverage, life insurance, retirement plans, employee assistance programs, company discounts, perks, and more for most full-time positions!

As a Security Officer - Armed Healthcare Patrol in Lakeland, FL, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government and more .

As an armed security professional in a government location, you will monitor and patrol designated areas, helping to deter security-related incidents and maintaining a visible presence. Your responsibilities include conducting routine patrols, providing excellent customer service, and communicating clearly with staff and visitors. This role requires you to be attentive and responsive, contributing to a secure environment while upholding our values of teamwork, integrity, and a people-first approach.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $21.00 / Hour

Job Schedule:

Responsibilities:

Provide customer service to clients by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies and, when appropriate, emergency response activities.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner.
• Conduct regular and random patrols around the government location and its perimeter, helping to deter unwanted activity.
• Maintain a visible presence to help to deter potential incidents and provide reassurance to staff and visitors.
• Document and report any suspicious activities, hazards, or unusual occurrences encountered during patrols.
• Collaborate with law enforcement or emergency personnel as needed during incidents or emergencies.
• Follow all protocols for handling and carrying firearms in accordance with site-specific and legal requirements.

Minimum Requirements:

• Must have an armed designation.
• Must have at least 1 year of armed security-related, law enforcement, or military experience.
• Florida Security Professional Guard Card is preferred.
• An armed guard card or license is preferred.
• Be at least 18 years of age for unarmed roles and 21 years of age for armed roles.
• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent, or 5 years of verifiable experience.
• 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.
• Licensing requirements are subject to state and local laws and regulations and may be required prior to employment.
• A valid driver's license will be required for driving positions only.
• Licensing requirements are subject to state and/or local laws and regulations and may be required prior to employment.

Perks and 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 any other basis protected by law. For more information: www.aus.com.

If you have any questions regarding Equal Employment Opportunity, Affirmative Action, Diversity and Inclusion, have difficulty using the online system and require an alternate method to apply, or require an accommodation at any time during the recruitment and/or employment process, please contact our local Human Resources department. To find an office near you, please visit: www.aus.com/offices.