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Security Trainer - Armed Federal Facilty

Allied Universal

Manhattan, NY

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, PTO

Re-posted 12 days ago


Key responsibilities

  • Conduct training activities in accordance with local, state, and federal laws, regulations, and Allied Universal standards.

  • Deliver field training programs including CPR/First Aid/AED, Defensive Tactics, Mobility Devices, Fire Safety Services, and workplace violence/active shooter training.

  • Develop practical training programs with operational partners and establish relationships with local training academies.


Allied Universal rating

5.5

Company rating: 5.5 out of 10

Based on 2,609 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

77th of 119 rated security


Job description

Overview

Company 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

Allied Universal® is hiring a Security Trainer for a Federal Client.

The Security Trainer is responsible for conducting training activities in accordance with local, state, and federal laws and regulations, as well as Allied Universal standards. This Security Trainer will train CPR/First Aid/AED, Defensive Tactics (e.g., handcuffs, pepper spray, batons, Tasers, firearms), Mobility Devices (e.g., vehicles, bicycle, golf cart, Segway), Fire Safety Services (emergency plans; occupants, floor wardens and staff presentations; and evacuation drills), and other value-added services such as workplace violence/active shooter training.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Work in conjunction with operational partners (Human Resource Coordinators/Branch Managers) to develop practical training programs at the client and branch level, in order to ensure compliance with contractual and regulatory mandated training
  • Identify, conduct vetting, and establish relationships with local training academies in order to provide support in the form of external training opportunities
  • Communicate with stakeholders (Regional Training Manager, Field operations, Security Professionals, Supervisors, Field and Corporate Training, and Clients)
  • Deliver field training programs in accordance with local, state, and federal laws and regulations, as well as Allied Universal standards
  • Conduct CPR/First Aid/Automated External Defibrillator (AED) training
  • Conduct Defensive Tactics (e.g., handcuffs, pepper spray, batons, Tasers, firearms) training
  • Conduct Mobility Devices (e.g., vehicles, bicycle, golf cart, Segway) training
  • Conduct field training for Security Professionals and Supervisors
  • Deliver Fire/Life Safety Services (e.g., emergency plans; occupants, floor wardens, and staff presentations; and evacuation drills), and other value-added services such as workplace violence/active shooter training
  • Conduct leadership training such as Supervisor Essentials and White Glove Customer Service to Security Professionals and Supervisors
  • Conduct special projects on an as-needed basis to support the region

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • High School Diploma or equivalent
  • Pass any State-required training or other qualifications for licensing as required to include, but not limited to:
    • CPR/First Aid/AED Certified Instructor
    • Instructor certifications in supplement training areas as required by local office (i.e., OC Spray, Baton Techniques, Handcuffing, Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI), Defensive Tactics, Taser certification, Practical Driver Training Courses, or any other client-specific training as required)
  • Must have a valid driver’s license or be able to pass a state licensing test if driving a company-owned or client-provided vehicle
  • Minimum of two (2) years of classroom instructor experience
  • Ability to work independently with little to no direct supervision
  • Outstanding oral and written communication skills; ability to successfully interact at all levels of the organization, including with clients
  • Ability to write manuals, review, and respond to written requests for proposals, training documents, and prepare extensive presentations is required
  • Highly proficient and fully functional in Microsoft programs such as Word and PowerPoint and able to effectively utilize all available office management technology
  • Demonstrated ability to take initiative, successfully handle and prioritize multiple competing assignments and effectively manage deadlines
  • Professional, articulate, and able to use good independent judgment and discretion

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

  • National Rifle Association (NRA) Law Enforcement Instructor certification, or able to meet all NRA Law Enforcement (LE) eligibility requirements
  • College coursework in Education, Business, Criminal Justice, Human Resources, Security Management, or related field
  • Prior experience in the fire service, security industry, law enforcement and/or military
  • Experience in security operations or other functions of security industry

BENEFITS:

  • Medical, dental, vision, basic life, AD&D, and disability insurance
  • Enrollment in our company’s 401(k)plan, subject to eligibility requirements
  • Eight paid holidays annually, five sick days, and four personal days
  • Vacation time offered at an accrual rate of 3.08 hours biweekly. Unused vacation is only paid out where required by law.

Salary: 111,000 / year

Licensed by the New York State Department of State


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
2026-1602728

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Allied Universal® is a leading security and facility services company. We provide proactive security services and cutting-edge smart technology to deliver evolving, tailored solutions that allow our clients to focus on their core business. Our excellence starts with our local leadership and local presence. Operating in more than 90 countries, our global workforce of approximately 800,000 people. Employees help to deliver our promise globally and locally: keeping people safe so our customers and communities can thrive. As we build the world's best services company, we continue to expand our footprint and infrastructure on a global and local level. In North America, we operate our business under the existing Allied Universal brand, and our international business operates under the G4S brand.

Industry

Investigation and physical security services, chemical manufacturing and real estate

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Santa Ana, CA, US