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Security Officer Armed Patrol Officer

Allied Universal, Miami, FL, United States


Allied Universal®, North America’s leading security and facility services company, offers rewarding careers that provide you 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.

Security Officer Armed Patrol Officer – Miami, FL
As a Security Officer Armed Patrol Officer in Miami, FL, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government. You will monitor and patrol assigned areas, remain visible to help deter security‑related incidents, and support a welcoming environment through strong communication and customer service. In this role, you embody our values of agility, reliability, innovation, teamwork, and integrity while making a meaningful impact each day.

Position Type:

Full Time

Pay Rate:

$22.22 / Hour

Job Schedule:

DayTime Wed 02:00 PM–10:00 PM Thu 02:00 PM–10:00 PM Fri 02:00 PM–10:00 PM Sat 02:00 PM–10:00 PM Sun 02:00 PM–10:00 PM

What You’ll Do

Provide customer service by carrying out site‑specific procedures, government location policies, and/or emergency response activities appropriate to an armed patrol post.

Respond to incidents, disturbances, and critical situations in a calm, problem‑solving manner while documenting security‑related concerns and/or notifying appropriate personnel.

Conduct regular and random patrols throughout transit‑related facilities, public access areas, and perimeter locations to help deter unauthorized activity and/or identify unusual conditions.

Monitor access points, observe visitor and staff activity, and support compliance with location rules, post orders, and/or applicable reporting requirements.

Maintain a visible armed presence, interact professionally with the public, and assist with security‑related responses during escalated situations, service disruptions, and/or emergencies.

Minimum Requirements

Have at least 2 years of security‑related experience.

Provide proof of a high school diploma or GED as required by the client.

Be at least 21 years of age for armed roles.

Customer service experience is preferred.

A guard card and/or license is preferred.

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 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.

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 and Health Benefits: Enjoy access to a retirement savings plan, plus medical, dental, vision, basic life and AD&D, and disability insurance.

Exclusive Perks: Enjoy discounts on top brands and services through our Perks Program.

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.

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