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Security Officer Armed Patrol Guard

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.

As a

Security Officer Armed Patrol Guard

in

Miami, FL , you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government, and more. Join Allied Universal as an Armed Security Officer in a government transportation location, where you will monitor and patrol assigned areas, maintain a visible presence to help deter security-related incidents, and support riders and staff through strong customer service and communication. In this role, you will bring professionalism, integrity, and teamwork to every interaction while contributing to a caring, reliable, and innovative workplace.

Position Type:

Full Time

Pay Rate:

$27.01 / Hour

Job Schedule

DayTime Tue 04:30 AM - 01:45 PM

DayTime Wed 04:30 AM - 01:45 PM

DayTime Thur 04:30 AM - 01:45 PM

DayTime Fri 04:30 AM - 01:45 PM

What You'll Do:

Provide customer service to visitors, passengers, and/or staff by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and/or emergency response activities at a government transportation location.

Respond to incidents, disturbances, and/or critical situations in a calm, problem‑solving manner, documenting observations and communicating with supervisors and/or public agency personnel as needed.

Conduct regular and random armed patrols throughout transit facilities, platforms, parking areas, buildings, and/or surrounding perimeter locations, with working conditions that may vary by assignment.

Monitor access points, screen for unauthorized activity, and help to deter misconduct, trespassing, and/or policy violations through a visible presence and routine inspection activities.

Support transportation operations by reporting hazards, suspicious behavior, unattended items, and/or maintenance concerns, while following post orders and applicable use‑of‑force guidelines.

Minimum Requirements:

Possess 3 or more years of Military Police or Corrections Officer or Armed Security experience, or be a Certified Law Enforcement Graduate.

Possess an armed guard card or license.

Provide proof of a high school diploma or GED.

Be at least 21 years of age.

Baton certification is preferred.

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 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 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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