Security Officer

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Allied Universal is looking to hire an Off Duty Officer. This position is responsible for the safety and security of the facilities they protect. Our security officers act as a visible deterrent to crime and client rule infractions; they detect and report suspicious, unsafe or criminal acts at or near their assigned posts which may be a threat to the property, clients, guests or employees at the site.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Those duties necessary to meet the minimum requirements of the position. Other duties may be assigned:

  • Act in accordance with the state and federal law as per departmental policies and associated training
  • Performs general law enforcement duties including patrolling, checking property, maintaining order and public safety
  • Issues traffic and parking citations
  • Apprehends and questions arrest suspects
  • Collects and preserves evidence
  • Conducts investigations
  • Responds to and assists in all medical emergencies.
  • Assists in conducting fire drills and evacuating buildings
  • Provides security escorts for personnel
  • Attends required periodic training sessions and seminars
  • Maintains required level of proficiency in the use of firearms
  • Performs other duties as required to meet the client’s needs.

QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, the individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or experience required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  • High school diploma (or equivalent) required
  • Be at least 18 years of age.
  • Active Duty Post Certified Law Enforcement Officer
  • Required licensing as necessary per state guidelines
  • Knowledge of law enforcement procedures
  • Skill and ability to follow-up with investigations
  • Ability to make law enforcement related decisions
  • Ability to communicate effectively.

PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT:

  • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use both hands, is frequently required to stand, sit, stoop, talk and hear (communicate verbally in person and via regular telephone equipment), and must be able to read correspondence and reports in English.
  • The employee must constantly walk, stand, reach with both hands and arms, and must be able to drive a vehicle. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. May be required to climb stairs on an intermittent basis at client sites.
  • Constant use of eyes (correctable vision to normal level required) to observe, read, interact with public and co-workers, view security monitors; includes hand/eye coordination
  • Work in various environments including adverse outdoor conditions such as cold, rain or heat
  • Must be able to focus and multi-task in a busy environment, with the ability to successfully handle stressful situations in a calm and professional manner. Includes being able to effectively manage multiple employees with diverse personalities and engage them to perform at optimum levels.
  • Remain flexible to ever changing environments; adapt well to different situations.
  • Must be able to clearly speak, read and write English.

Allied Universal® provides unparalleled service, systems and solutions to people and businesses within our local communities, and is North America’s leading security services provider. Allied Universal delivers high-quality, tailored solutions, which allows clients to focus on their core business. For more information: www.AUS.com.

We proudly support the Veteran Jobs Mission, a group of over 200 companies that have committed to collectively hiring a total of one million military veterans. EOE/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity Allied Universal Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce.

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