Security Guard - Armed Foot Patrol

Allied Universal

1d • $30 • Onsite

About The Position

As a Security Guard - Armed Foot Patrol in Mc Lean, VA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Hotels & Resorts, and more. Join Allied Universal at a hotel and resort location as an unarmed patrol officer, where you will monitor and patrol assigned areas, complete routine rounds, and maintain a visible presence that may help to deter security-related incidents. You will support access control, assist guests and staff with courteous communication, and document observations using a computer and/or tablet. Our agile, reliable, and innovative teams put people first, deliver through teamwork, and act with integrity.

Requirements

• Have 1+ years' armed security-related, law enforcement, and/or military experience.
• Be comfortable using a computer or tablet preferred.
• Have customer service experience preferred.
• Have access control and/or badge experience preferred.
• Be at least 18 years of age for unarmed roles; 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.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to guests, visitors, and staff by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities in a hotel and resort location.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including guest concerns, disturbances, medical situations, and fire or alarm activations.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of interior areas such as lobbies, hallways, and amenity spaces and/or exterior areas such as parking lots, loading areas, and perimeter points to help to deter unauthorized activity.
• Monitor access points and observe activity for unusual behavior, report concerns, and assist with maintaining an orderly environment while supporting hotel operations.
• Complete patrol and incident documentation, communicate updates to site leadership and emergency services when needed, and assist with investigations by preserving observations and available information.

Benefits

• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED