Armed Security Officer - Transit Airport

Company : Allied Universal
Location : Aurora, CO, 80010
Posted Date : 15 October 2025
Job Details
Armed Transit Security Officer
Allied Universal, North America's leading security and facility services company, offers rewarding careers that provide 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. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that may include medical, dental, and vision coverage, life insurance, a retirement plan, employee assistance programs, company discounts, and other perks, depending on the position and eligibility.
We're seeking highly dependable and professional Armed Transit Security Officers to protect the RTD transit system across the Denver metro area. In this role, you'll play a vital part in safeguarding passengers, employees, and property across bus routes, light rail stations, and transit hubs.
Pay Rate: $28.15 per hour
Schedule: Thursday - Monday 9:00pm -5:00am
Location: Airport Transit Platform
Prior law enforcement experience, military with honorable discharge, or corrections experience. May be substituted with 7 years of unarmed security experience, 3 years of armed security, or 60 college credit units.
This is an excellent opportunity for those with prior security or law enforcement experience who are looking to expand their skills in a dynamic, public-facing environment. Your ability to remain calm under pressure, communicate clearly, and respond quickly will be key to your success. The ideal candidate will have great communication skills to deescalate situations on our transportation system, dedication to show up to work, and a dependability to work alone or in a team environment. Must have a valid Colorado Driver's License.
Responsibilities:
- Provide customer service to our clients by carrying out safety and security 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 business and perimeter. Working environments and conditions may vary by client site.
Minimum Requirements:
- Be at least 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.
- As a condition of employment, applicants will be subject to a drug screen to the extent permitted by law.
- Participate in industry specific security/safety training programs
- Licensing requirements are subject to state and/or local laws and regulations and may be required prior to employment.
*A valid drivers license will be required for driving positions only
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 relationship/association with a protected veteran, or any other basis or characteristic protected by law. For more information: www.aus.com
If you have any questions regarding Equal Employment Opportunity, 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.
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