Security Guard - Unarmed Foot Patrol

Allied Universal

3d • $21

About The Position

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. As a Security Guard - Unarmed Foot Patrol in Washington, DC, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Education, and more. As an Unarmed Patrol Officer at a leading education location, you will monitor assigned areas, conduct routine foot and/or vehicle patrols, and remain highly visible to help to deter security-related incidents. You will support staff, students, and visitors with courteous service, clear communication, and quick reporting of concerns. At Allied Universal, you will thrive in a caring culture that puts people first, delivering through teamwork with integrity while staying agile, reliable, and innovative.

Requirements

• 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 students, faculty, staff, and visitors by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities in an education location.
• Conduct regular and random foot patrols of academic buildings, residence areas, common spaces, and the perimeter to help to deter unwanted activity and identify hazards, maintenance concerns, and policy violations.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including medical calls, alarms, disorderly behavior, and access concerns, and coordinate with campus resources and/or local responders as directed.
• Monitor access points and help manage authorized entry, verify identification when required, and assist with visitor directions and campus information while maintaining a professional presence.
• Complete accurate reports, incident documentation, and shift activity logs, and communicate key information during shift handoff to support continuity of operations.

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