Security Guard Patrol Response Officer

Allied Universal•Washington, DC

6d•Onsite

About The Position

As a Security Guard Patrol Response Officer in Washington, DC, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government, and more. Join Allied Universal as an Unarmed Patrol Officer at a government location, where you will monitor and patrol assigned areas, remain visible to help discourage security-related incidents, and support a professional environment through strong customer service and communication. In this role, you will be part of a team that values agility, reliability, innovation, and integrity while putting people first in every interaction.

Requirements

At least 1 year of security-related experience is required.
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.
As a condition of employment, applicants will be subject to a drug screen to ensure compliance with applicable laws.
A valid driver’s license will be required for driving positions only.

Nice To Haves

Alarm panel experience is preferred.
A guard card and/or license is preferred.
CPR certification is preferred.
CPR and/or First Aid certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide customer service to clients, employees, and/or visitors by following site-specific security-related procedures, access protocols, and emergency response activities at a government location.
Respond to incidents, alarms, and/or unusual activity in a calm, problem-solving manner, documenting observations and communicating with site contacts as needed.
Conduct regular and random patrols throughout buildings, grounds, parking areas, and perimeter points to help to deter unauthorized activity and identify security-related concerns.
Monitor entry and exit points, verify credentials and/or visitor authorization, and report suspicious behavior, policy violations, or restricted area access concerns according to post orders.
Support Allied Universal and site leadership by completing required reports, maintaining awareness of changing conditions, and following location-specific guidelines for sensitive or controlled environments.