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Security Officer Armed Patrol Specialist
Memphis, Tennessee Position Type: Full Time Shift Type: Morning Req ID: 2026-1622627 Work Days Available: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday Date posted: 06/29/2026
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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 Specialist in Memphis, TN, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government, and more. Join Allied Universal as an Armed Patrol Officer at a government location, where you will monitor and patrol assigned areas, remain visible to help deter incidents, and support a secure environment through strong communication and customer service. This armed post offers the chance to bring your experience to a team that is agile, reliable, innovative, and grounded in integrity and people-first teamwork.
Position Type: Full Time
Pay Rate: $22.08 / Hour
Job Schedule:
DayTimeMon05:30 AM - 05:30 PMTue05:30 AM - 05:30 PMWed05:30 AM - 05:30 PM
What You'll Do:
- Provide customer service to personnel and visitors by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and/or emergency response activities appropriate to the location.
- Respond to incidents, alarms, and/or critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, documenting observations and reporting concerns through proper channels.
- Conduct regular and random armed patrols throughout buildings, grounds, access points, and perimeter areas to help to deter unauthorized activity and identify unusual conditions.
- Monitor entry and restricted areas, verify credentials when required, and support access control procedures for a government location with professionalism and attention to detail.
- Assist with incident response, de-escalation, and coordination with site contacts and/or public agencies during emergencies, disturbances, or other security-related events.
Minimum Requirements:
- Possess at least 3 years of combined law enforcement, military, and/or security-related experience or a college degree.
- Be at least 21 years of age.
- An armed guard card or license is preferred.
- CPR certification is preferred.
- Pepper spray certification is preferred.
- 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.
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.
If you have difficulty using the online system and require an alternate method to apply or require an accommodation, please contact our local Human Resources department. To find an office near you, please visit: www.aus.com/offices.
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