Armed Cleared Security Officer DoD Facility

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Job title: Armed Cleared Security Officer DoD Facility

Company: Allied Universal

Job description: Allied Universal®, North America’s leading security and facility services company, provides rewarding careers that give you a sense of purpose. While working in a dynamic, diverse and inclusive workplace, you will be part of a team that fuels a culture that will reflect in our communities and customers we serve. We offer medical, dental and vision coverage, life insurance, retirement plan, employee assistance programs, company discounts, perks and more for most full-time positions!Job DescriptionArmedAllied Universal provides unparalleled service, systems and solutions to the people and business of our communities, and is North America’s leading security services provider. Allied Universal, North America’s leading security services provider, is experiencing tremendous growth. For all full-time positions, we offer medical, dental, vision, flex spending, 401K, an anniversary bonus, and an on-the-spot recognition program. We promote from within our company! You can start with little, to no, security experience and become one of Allied Universal’s many success stories.Apply to join the LARGEST SECURITY COMPANY in the United States!The Professional Security Officer is the heart of Allied Universal Services. Our officers allow us to accomplish our company’s core purpose which is “to serve, secure and care for the people and businesses in our communities”. They are responsible for the safety and security of the facilities they protect. The armed security officer is a deterrent to criminal activity by remaining visible and presenting a neat and professional appearance in properly worn uniform and associated equipment.The Armed Security Officer may be asked to perform many essential functions at the facility where they work, although not an exhaustive list, these are a few of them:

  • Ensures the facility is provided with high quality security services to protect people and property
  • Maintains proficiency in the use of all assigned protective equipment, restraint devices and weapons
  • Preserves order and acts to enforce regulations and directives for the site pertaining to personnel, visitors, and premises
  • Builds, improves and maintains effective relationships with both client employees and guests
  • Greets guests and employees in a cheerful and welcoming manner
  • Answers questions and assists guests and employees
  • Patrols the facility on foot or in a vehicle
  • Answers phones
  • Monitors closed circuit television systems and alarms
  • Reports safety concerns, security breaches and unusual circumstances both verbally and in writing
  • Handles security issues or emergency situations appropriately
  • Fully embraces security/safety training programs to enhance their ability to advance in their careers
  • Participates in industry specific security/safety training programs to offer our clients the best trained officers at their sites
  • Meets and continues to meet any applicable state, county and municipal licensing and permit requirements for Armed Security Officers and specific protective device and weapons qualifications
  • Works in environments and under conditions that require carrying authorized weapons and ammunition, the use of protective gear and devices, and awareness of personal safety and safety of others
  • Maintains awareness and familiarity with the site-specific operations performance manual and post orders

Physical and Mental Functions:

  • Stand or walk constantly (for up to an entire shift) on various surfaces (tile, concrete, carpet)
  • Climb stairs, ramps, or ladders occasionally during shift
  • Occasionally bend/twist at waist/knees/neck to perform various duties
  • Occasionally lift or carry up to 40 pounds
  • Run as needed
  • Constant use of both hands and arms in reaching/handling/grasping/fingering while using phone, notepad, writing reports, and other administrative tasks
  • Constant use of eyes (correctable vision to normal level required) to observe, read, interact with public and co-workers, view security monitors; includes hand/eye coordination
  • Work in various environments including adverse outdoor conditions such as cold, rain or heat;
  • Constant mental alertness and attention to detail required while setting priorities and following up on assignments

Qualifications/Requirements:Qualified applicants for the Armed Professional Security Officer position will meet the minimum requirements, as described below:

  • High school diploma or equivalent required
  • At least 21 years of age
  • Must possess effective written and oral communication and interpersonal skills with ability to deal with all levels of personnel and the general public in a professional and effective manner; must be able to use initiative and independent judgment within established guidelines
  • Must be able to frequently prepare written reports and logs in neat, legible handwriting; may require computer skills
  • Must be able to read and understand all operating procedures and instructions
  • Must be able to obtain a valid Guard License and Armed Guard License as required in the state for which you are applying
  • As a condition of employment, employee must successfully complete a background investigation and a post-offer/pre-employment drug/alcohol test
  • As a condition of continued employment, employee must maintain current active status of all required License at all times, and must carry the license at all times while on duty
  • Must display exceptional customer service and communication skills
  • Remain flexible to ever changing environments; adapt well to different situations
  • Intermediate computer skills to utilize innovative, wireless technology at client specific sites
  • Ability to maintain satisfactory attendance and punctuality standard;
  • Neat and professional appearance
  • Ability to provide quality customer service
  • Ability to handle both common and crisis situations at the client site, calmly and efficiently
  • Read, understand and clearly speak English; constantly use speech and hearing (correctable to normal level required) in communicating with public/co-workers, giving and receiving instructions, using phones
  • Must be able to handle pressure of working with high volume general public (constantly to occasionally depending on assignment)

Basic requirements for the US Government clearance are as follows: The US Government adjudicators consider the totality of the investigation when issuing a clearance. If you have any questions regarding these requirements, you may request consultation with the Allied Universal Services Compliance Manager/Facility Security Officer.

  • Applicant must be a US citizen
  • Applicant cannot hold citizenship in any country is addition to the US
  • Applicant cannot have any foreign property, business connections or foreign financial interests
  • Applicant’s immediate family must be US citizens; This includes spouse, parents, step parents, brothers, sisters, step brother, step sister, in laws and non-family cohabitants; If the applicant is unmarried, applicant cannot be cohabitating with a non-US citizen
  • Applicant must have very good credit, including no debt that is in default or not paid as agreed, and no bankruptcy filed in last 5 years
  • Applicant must be willing to disclose if s/he has ever been arrested, investigated, detained, or charged with any criminal offense, including under the Uniform Code of Military Justice (UCMJ)
  • Applicant must be willing to disclose if s/he has ever pled guilty or pled no contest to any charge (felony, misdemeanor, military code or traffic offense
  • Applicant must be willing to disclose if s/he has been a part of any civil court proceedings within the last seven (7) years
  • Applicant must be willing to disclose if s/he has ever had any disciplinary or counseling action related to their use of alcohol
  • Applicant must be willing to disclose if s/he has EVER used, purchased or sold any illegal drugs
  • Applicant must be willing to disclose if s/he has consulted with a medical professional about a mental health condition other than marital, family, PTSD or grief counseling
  • Applicant must be willing to disclose if s/he has ever defaulted on a loan, declared bankruptcy or had personal property repossessed in the last ten (10) years
  • Applicant must be willing to disclose if s/he has had ANY debt placed in collections in the last seven (7) years
  • Applicant must be willing to disclose if s/he has EVER had a tax lien or wage garnishment
  • Applicant must be willing to disclose if s/he is currently delinquent on any taxes (federal, state or local)
  • Applicant must be willing to disclose if s/he has ever been late or are currently delinquent on any child support payments
  • Applicant must be willing to disclose if s/he has deliberately misused an automated/computer information system
  • Applicant must be willing to disclose if, in the last ten (10) years, s/he had any of the following situations occur:
  • Fired from a job
  • Quit a job after being told they would be fired
  • Left a job by mutual agreement following allegations of misconduct
  • Left a job by mutual agreement following allegations of unsatisfactory performance
  • Left a job for other reasons under unfavorable circumstances
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  • Employee discounts through our perks program to your favorite restaurants, entertainment venues and much more…

ClosingAllied 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:If you have any questions regarding Equal Employment Opportunity, Affirmative Action, Diversity and Inclusion, 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: .Requisition ID2024-1230927

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Location: Fort Worth, TX

Job date: Sat, 22 Jun 2024 06:32:28 GMT

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