Security Officer Armed Medical Campus Driver

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 Medical Campus Driver in Columbia, SC, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Healthcare, and more. As an Armed Patrol Officer at a busy healthcare location, you will conduct routine patrols, remain highly visible to help to deter security-related incidents, and respond to calls for assistance with professionalism and care. This is a driving post, so you will use a company or assigned vehicle to cover assigned areas and support staff, patients, and visitors through clear communication and customer service, reflecting Allied Universal values of integrity and teamwork.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $18.50 / Hour

Job Schedule:

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.

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to patients, visitors, and staff by carrying out security-related procedures, location-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities within a healthcare setting.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols of buildings, parking areas, entrances, and perimeter to help to identify unusual activity, policy violations, and potential hazards.
• Maintain a visible presence at key access points, assisting with access control, visitor directions, and routing to appropriate hospital departments.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including disturbances, alarms, medical facility codes, and requests for assistance from clinical teams.
• Use de-escalation and verbal intervention techniques to help resolve conflict; request additional resources when needed, including law enforcement and/or emergency services.
• Carry and handle authorized defensive equipment and firearms in accordance with Allied Universal and location-specific policies, applicable laws, and required training.
• Monitor cameras, alarms, and other security-related systems; communicate observations to site leadership and dispatch.
• Complete detailed incident reports, patrol logs, and other documentation in a timely manner, following required reporting procedures.
• Assist with securing restricted areas such as emergency department spaces, behavioral health units, pharmacies, and loading areas, according to posted procedures and authorization requirements.
• Support traffic and parking operations during peak periods and special events, helping to maintain orderly vehicle flow and/or pedestrian movement on the property.

Minimum Requirements:

• A valid driver's license is required in the state where the job is located.
• At least 1 year of armed security, law enforcement, and/or military experience is required.
• An armed guard card/license is required.
• Client requires proof of a high school diploma or GED.
• Be at least 21 years of age.
• Be at least 21 years of age for armed roles.
• 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.

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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