Security Officer - Armed Hospital Patrol

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 Hospital Patrol in Albuquerque, NM, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Healthcare, and more. Join a leading team where flexibility meets opportunity. As a Part-Time Security Officer, you can build a schedule that works for you and explore new roles using our Claim a Shift platform. Learn more: aus.com/earnmore. As an Armed Patrol Officer at a healthcare location, you will monitor and patrol assigned areas, complete routine rounds, and maintain a visible presence that can help to deter security-related incidents. You will respond to calls for assistance, support staff and visitors with clear communication and customer service, and document observations. At Allied Universal, you will work with an agile, reliable team that puts people first and acts with integrity.

Position Type: Part Time

Pay Rate: $21.63 / 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 Benefits: Participate in our retirement savings plan to invest in your future.
• Exclusive Perks: Enjoy discounts on top brands and services through our Perks Program.

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to staff, donors, patients, and visitors by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities within a healthcare location.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including de-escalating conflicts and requesting assistance from management, emergency services, and/or Allied Universal leadership as needed.
• Conduct regular and random patrols throughout the facility, including public areas, donor screening and treatment areas as permitted, offices, and the exterior perimeter; working environments and conditions may vary by site.
• Monitor access points and help to control entry and exit by observing visitor flow, checking credentials when required, and reporting unauthorized persons and/or suspicious activity.
• Perform routine security-related checks of doors, gates, lighting, and other physical conditions, and promptly report maintenance concerns and/or hazards according to site procedures.
• Observe and report signs of theft, property damage, policy violations, and/or suspicious behavior; document observations using required reports and electronic systems.
• Assist with incident documentation, including completing reports with accurate details, maintaining chain of communication, and preserving information for follow-up.
• Support emergency preparedness actions such as alarms, evacuations, shelter-in-place procedures, and medical emergencies by following post orders and coordinating with site personnel and/or responding agencies.
• Maintain a professional presence while interacting with the public, providing directions and general assistance while upholding site rules and post instructions.
• Operate communications equipment such as radios and telephones, and maintain timely communication with site contacts, dispatch, and/or supervisors regarding changing conditions.

Minimum Requirements:

• - Possess an Armed Guard Card and/or license.
• - Have at least 6 months of armed security-related, law enforcement, and/or military experience.
• - A Guard Card and/or license 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.
• 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.
• Licensing requirements are subject to state and/or local laws and regulations and may be required prior to employment.

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.