Armed Security Officer

Security Officer - Armed Patrol Financial Site

As a Security Officer - Armed Patrol Financial Site in Tacoma, WA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Financial Institutions. Join a leading team where flexibility meets opportunity. As a Part-Time Security Officer, you'll use our exclusive Claim a Shift platform to view and pick up open shifts based on your availabilitygiving you the freedom to build a schedule that works for you, while gaining valuable site experience across various industries. Whether you're looking to supplement your income or take the first step toward a full-time role, this position offers unmatched access to hands-on experience and growth opportunities. As a Patrol Armed Officer with Allied Universal, you will play a key role in helping to deter security-related incidents at a prominent financial institution location. Your responsibilities will include conducting routine patrols, maintaining a visible presence to help deter unwanted activity, and delivering exceptional customer service to all personnel and visitors. This armed post requires you to remain alert and responsive while upholding Allied Universal's values of agility, reliability, and integrity. Join a team that puts people first and values your commitment to a secure environment through teamwork and innovative solutions.

Position Type: Part Time

Pay Rate: $33.00 / Hour

Job Schedule:

Day Time Wed 08:30 AM - 06:30 PM

Thur 07:30 AM - 05:00 PM

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 Benefits: Participate in our retirement savings plan to invest in your future.
• Exclusive Perks: Enjoy discounts on top brands and services through our Perks Program.

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to our 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 financial institution and its perimeter to help to deter unauthorized activity.
• Monitor for unusual activity or potential threats in and around the location, reporting observations as required.
• Maintain a visible Allied Universal presence to help to deter potential risks and provide reassurance to clients and staff.
• Assist with access control and/or visitor management procedures as directed by site-specific guidelines.
• Support emergency response protocols, assisting first responders and Allied Universal management as needed.

Minimum Requirements:

• Must possess a valid Armed Guard Card or License and a Concealed Carry Weapons Permit.
• Must have 1 or more years of law enforcement experience, or 2 or more years of experience as a security supervisor or manager, or 3 or more years of security-related experience.
• Possession of a Guard Card or License is preferred.
• Customer service experience 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-related 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.

Closing

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.

Requisition ID

2025-1463916