Security Officer Armed Protection Patrol

Memphis, TNFull-time$20/hrPosted Aug 5, 2026

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 Protection Patrol in Memphis, TN, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Healthcare, and more. As an Armed Security Officer in a healthcare setting, you will monitor and patrol assigned areas, maintain a visible presence to help deter security-related incidents, and support a welcoming environment for patients, visitors, and staff. You will provide exceptional customer service, communicate professionally, and respond to situations with integrity. Join Allied Universal’s agile, reliable, and caring team, where people come first and teamwork drives results.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $20.00 / Hour

Job Schedule:

DayTimeWed03:45 PM - 12:15 AMThur03:45 PM - 12:15 AMFri03:45 PM - 12:15 AMSat03:45 PM - 12:15 AMSun03:45 PM - 12:15 AM

What You'll Do:

  • Provide customer service to patients, visitors, staff, and/or vendors by carrying out armed security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and emergency response activities in a healthcare setting.
  • Respond to incidents, critical situations, and medical center emergencies in a calm, professional, problem-solving manner, coordinating with appropriate facility personnel and first responders as needed.
  • Conduct regular and random armed patrols of hospital buildings, patient care areas, parking facilities, entrances, and perimeter areas to help deter unauthorized activity and identify potential concerns.
  • Monitor access points and visitor activity, support access-control procedures, and report unusual conditions or policy violations to site leadership.
  • Complete accurate incident reports, daily activity logs, and other required documentation in accordance with Allied Universal and site-specific procedures.

Minimum Requirements:

  • Possess a valid armed guard card or license.
  • Be at least 21 years of age.
  • CPR and First Aid certification is preferred.
  • Experience with handcuffs, pepper spray, and baton equipment 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.

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

2026-1649839

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