Armed Custom Protection Officer

Allied Universal • Lake Charles, LA • 3d ago

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. We offer comprehensive benefits for most full-time positions, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, life insurance, a retirement plan, employee assistance programs, company discounts, perks, and more.

Allied Universal® is hiring a Armed Custom Protection Officer (CPO). The Armed Custom Protection Officer will conduct armed foot and/or vehicle patrol (interior and/or exterior). The Armed Custom Protection Officer will also control access and egress; monitor CCTV and alarm systems; compose reports; deter criminal activity and misconduct.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Perform security patrols of designated areas on foot or in vehicle

Watch for irregular or unusual conditions that may create security concerns or safety hazards

Sound alarms or calls police or fire department in case of fire or presence of unauthorized persons

Warn violators of rule infractions, such as loitering, smoking, or carrying forbidden articles

Permit authorized persons to enter property and monitors entrances and exits

Observe departing personnel to protect against theft of company property and ensures that authorized removal of property is conducted within appropriate client requirements

Investigate and prepare reports on accidents, incidents, and suspicious activities; maintain written logs as required by the post

Aid customers, employees, and visitors in a courteous and professional manner

Make emergency notifications as necessary pursuant to site Post Orders

Make productivity and cost reduction recommendations to management

Make recommendations for physical security surveys and post orders

QUALIFICATIONS (MUST HAVE):

Must possess a high school diploma or equivalent

Licensing requirements are subject to state and/or local laws and regulations and may be required prior to employment

Must possess one or more of the following:

Military service in an occupational specialty related to law enforcement such as military police, combat arms, or special forces

Minimum of two (2) years of experience carrying a firearm as a law enforcement officer, with zero disciplinary action for the misuse of firearms or use of force

Be at least 21 years of age

Be able to operate radio or telephone equipment and/or console monitors

Demonstrated ability to interact cordially and communicate with the public

Effective oral and written communication

Problem solving skills

Active listening skills

Assess and evaluate situations effectively

Identify critical issues quickly and accurately

Compile, sort, and interpret data

Research, investigate, compile information

Mediate conflict with tact, diplomacy

Write informatively, clearly, and accurately

Teamwork

Attention to detail

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS (NICE TO HAVE):

Ability to obtain 20 hour Ohio Peace Officer Training Academy (OPOTA) certificate or currently possess OPOTA certificate

BENEFITS:

Medical, dental, vision, basic life, AD&D, and disability insurance

Enrollment in our company's 401(k)plan, subject to eligibility requirements

Seven holidays annually paid at time and a half, if worked

40 hours of vacation after one year of employment at eligible work assignments. Unused vacation is only paid out where required by law.

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 any questions regarding Equal Employment Opportunity, 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: www.aus.com/offices.

Job ID: 2025-1416198

Location: United States-Louisiana-Lake Charles

Job Category: Security Officer, Armed Security

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