Armed Security Guard Job in North Miami Beach, FL

Overview

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.

Job Description

As a Security Officer Armed Screening Examiner in North Miami Beach, FL, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government, and more. As an Armed Screener at a government location, you will help maintain a secure environment by screening individuals and belongings, monitoring access points, and responding to security-related concerns. Your professional presence, strong communication skills, and attention to detail will help deter incidents while supporting visitors and staff. Join Allied Universal, where teamwork, integrity, and a caring culture put people first.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $23.57 / Hour

Job Schedule:

DayTimeMon08:00 AM - 06:00 PMWed08:00 AM - 06:00 PMThur08:00 AM - 06:00 PMFri08:00 AM - 06:00 PM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to visitors, employees, and members of the public at a government location by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and emergency response activities when appropriate.
• Screen visitors, packages, and personal belongings using established screening equipment and procedures; verify access credentials and direct individuals to appropriate entry points.
• Identify prohibited or unauthorized items and follow established procedures for notifying appropriate personnel and documenting screening-related incidents.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, following site-specific protocols and coordinating with designated staff or emergency responders.
• Maintain accurate logs and reports related to visitor screening, access activity, incidents, and other security-related observations.

Minimum Requirements:

• Possess 3 or more years of combined law enforcement, military, or security-related experience, or a college degree.
• Possess an Armed Guard Card or License.
• Possess a DD214 with an Honorable Discharge, an associate degree, 60 college credits, a Police Academy Certificate, or a Corrections Academy Certificate.
• 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.

Florida State Security Agency License No. B8500287

Closing

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.

Requisition ID

2026-1696326