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Security Officer Armed Security Driver

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Part-time
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Compensation

Hourly
Exact $21.00
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Benefits

Smart tools
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financial benefits
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Job Description

Allied Universal is North America's leading security and facility services company, recognized for providing rewarding careers that allow employees to find a sense of purpose while contributing to the safety and security of various communities and clients. With a strong presence throughout the continent, Allied Universal focuses on building a culture that is dynamic, welcoming, and collaborative, where innovation, integrity, and teamwork are at the core of all operations. The company's commitment to excellence has made it a trusted partner across multiple industries including utilities, commercial, government, and more. Allied Universal offers a wide range of career opportunities, from security officers to advanced leadership roles, fostering professional growth and long-term career success in a supportive environment. By joining Allied Universal, employees become part of a dedicated team that prioritizes customer service, reliability, and safety, with access to exclusive technology and training resources.

The role of an Armed Security Officer and Security Driver in Little Rock, AR, is a vital position within Allied Universal’s security operations. As a part-time team member, the officer will have the flexibility to build a schedule that suits individual needs, taking advantage of the company’s Claim a Shift platform that enhances earnings potential by allowing users to claim additional shifts. Earning $21 per hour, this position focuses on protecting clients in critical sectors like Utilities, where responsibility, vigilance, and professionalism are paramount. The officer will conduct armed patrols, monitor access points, and respond to incidents with a calm and problem-solving approach. This position also requires driving duties, so a valid driver’s license is mandatory.

Beyond routine security tasks, this role emphasizes customer service, as officers interact with employees, contractors, and visitors, fostering a secure and welcoming environment. Allied Universal supports officers through ongoing training and clear policies aligned with federal, state, and local laws. Candidates with backgrounds in law enforcement or military are well-suited to thrive here, utilizing their skills in a dynamic setting that values experience, responsibility, and integrity. The schedule focuses on weekend shifts with specific hours provided to ensure coverage and operational efficiency. Allied Universal champions an inclusive workplace and promises equal opportunities for all applicants, encouraging those who meet the requirements to apply and join a respected leader in security services.

Job Requirements

  • Be at least 21 years of age
  • Possess a valid driver’s license in accordance with Allied Universal driver policy requirements
  • Have 5 or more years of security-related experience
  • Have 4 or more years of military or law enforcement experience or possess a criminal justice degree
  • Be a graduate of a law enforcement or military police training program or equivalent
  • Possess a high school diploma or equivalent
  • Be at least 21 years of age for armed roles
  • Possess a DD214 with honorable discharge or an associate degree or 60 college credits or a police academy certificate or a corrections academy certificate
  • Have supervisory 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
  • 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

Job Qualifications

  • Be a graduate of a law enforcement or military police training program or equivalent
  • Have supervisory experience
  • Possess a college degree
  • Have 5 or more years of security-related experience
  • Have 4 or more years of military or law enforcement experience or possess a criminal justice degree
  • Possess a DD214 with honorable discharge or an associate degree or 60 college credits or a police academy certificate or a corrections academy certificate
  • Possess a high school diploma or equivalent
  • Licensing requirements are subject to state and/or local laws and regulations and may be required prior to employment
  • Participate in industry-specific security training programs

Job Duties

  • Provide customer service to employees, contractors, and visitors by carrying out site-specific procedures, access control activities, and emergency response actions appropriate to an armed post at a utilities location
  • Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, documenting observations and communicating with site contacts, supervisors, and/or local responders as needed
  • Conduct regular and random armed patrols throughout buildings, grounds, parking areas, and perimeter locations to help identify unusual activity, unsecured access points, and other security-related concerns
  • Monitor entrances, gates, and restricted areas to help support authorized access, verify credentials when required, and report policy violations or suspicious behavior according to post instructions
  • Support Allied Universal standards by completing required reports, maintaining awareness of site conditions, and following all post orders, use-of-force guidelines, and equipment procedures for an armed assignment

Job Criteria

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)


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