Armed Flex Officer - Armed DC SPO required

Allied Universal • Washington, DC

11d • Onsite

About The Position

Allied Universal is hiring an Armed Flex Officer for an assigned government location in Washington, DC. The role offers a designated weekly anchor shift for a six-month commitment, with the option to claim additional shifts through the company scheduling platform. It is intended for part-time employment, with the opportunity to build up to a full-time schedule of up to 40 hours per week and the option to scale back. The pay rate is $34.87 per hour. A valid Armed DC SPO license is required.

The officer provides customer service while carrying out security procedures, site policies, and emergency response activities. Duties include responding to incidents and alarms, conducting armed patrols, monitoring access to restricted areas, verifying credentials, documenting activity, and maintaining proficiency with assigned equipment while following applicable laws, licensing requirements, and company procedures.

Requirements

• Possess a valid armed guard card or license; the posting specifies an Armed DC SPO license.
• Be at least 21 years of age for armed roles.
• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Undergo a background investigation as a condition of employment, in accordance with applicable laws.
• Undergo a drug screen as a condition of employment, to the extent permitted by law.
• Meet applicable state and local licensing requirements, which may be required before employment.

Nice To Haves

• X-ray screening experience.
• A state-, county-, or city-issued security-related license.
• CPR and First Aid certification.
• Experience with handcuffs, pepper spray, and/or a baton.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to personnel, visitors, and members of the public while carrying out security procedures, site-specific policies, and emergency response activities at a government location.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations calmly and professionally, following established post orders and applicable protocols.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols of assigned buildings, grounds, access points, and perimeter areas to deter unauthorized activity and identify security concerns.
• Monitor access to restricted areas, verify credentials as directed, and document visitor activity, incidents, and irregular conditions in required reports.
• Maintain proficiency with assigned equipment and follow applicable laws, regulations, licensing requirements, and Allied Universal procedures for armed posts.
• Participate in industry-specific security training programs.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, basic life, AD&D, retirement plans, and disability insurance.
• Seven holidays annually paid at time and a half if worked.
• Forty hours of vacation after one year of employment at eligible work assignments; unused vacation is paid out only where required by law.
• Employee discounts at restaurants, entertainment venues, and other businesses through the perks program.
• Paid training programs and opportunities for career advancement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: High school or GED