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Armed Security Officer State Facility

Allied Universal is Currently Hiring a Full Time Armed Security Officer for State Site in Watertown MA

Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday 8 AM - 6 PM

Starting Pay is $25.88 Per Hour / Paid Orientation / Paid Training

Candidate is Required to Have a Concealed Carry Permit and 1+ Years of Previous Related Experience

As a **Security Officer Armed** in **Watertown, MA** , you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government, and more. Join Allied Universal as an armed patrol officer in a government location, where you will monitor and patrol assigned areas, maintain a visible presence to help to deter security-related incidents, and support daily operations through strong communication and customer service. In this role, you will reflect our caring culture by putting people first, working as a team, and acting with integrity, reliability, agility, and innovation.

**Position Type: Full Time**

**Pay Rate: $25.88 / Hour**

**Job Schedule:**

**Day** **Time**

Mon08:00 AM - 06:00 PM

Tue08:00 AM - 06:00 PM

Thur08:00 AM - 06:00 PM

Fri08:00 AM - 06:00 PM

**What You'll Do:**

+ Provide customer service to visitors, employees, and/or the public by carrying out site-specific procedures, access-related policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities at a government transportation location.

+ Respond to incidents, disturbances, medical situations, and/or critical events in a calm, problem-solving manner, documenting relevant details and communicating with supervisors, site contacts, and/or public responders as needed.

+ Conduct regular and random armed patrols throughout assigned facilities, roadways, structures, and perimeter areas to help identify unusual conditions, policy violations, and/or potential security-related concerns.

+ Monitor entrances, restricted areas, and high-traffic public spaces, helping to verify authorized access, observe activity, and report suspicious behavior, hazards, and/or maintenance issues.

+ Support emergency and incident response efforts by following post orders, preserving scene integrity when needed, preparing reports, and assisting with traffic, crowd, and/or access control during planned and unplanned events.

**Minimum Requirements:**

+ Possess a concealed carry weapons permit.

+ 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.

**Job ID:** 2026-1605334

**Location:** United States-Massachusetts-Watertown

**Job Category:** Security Officer, Armed Security


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