Security Officer - Aquarium Patrol

Allied Universal • Washington, DC

29d • $23 • Onsite

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. Job Description As a Security Officer - Aquarium Patrol in Washington, DC , you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Cultural Institutions, and more. As an unarmed Patrol Officer at a cultural institution location, you will monitor and patrol galleries, public spaces, and back-of-house areas to help support a welcoming environment. You will complete routine rounds, stay visible to help deter security-related incidents, assist guests and staff with directions and questions, and report concerns with clear communication. At Allied Universal, you will bring agility, reliability, and integrity to a team-first culture that puts people first. Position Type: Full Time Pay Rate: $23.13 / Hour Job Schedule: Day Time Mon 06:00 AM - 02:00 PM Tue 11:15 AM - 07:15 PM Wed 11:15 AM - 07:15 PM Thur 06:00 AM - 02:00 PM Why Join Us: 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.

Requirements

• Be 21+ Years of Age.
• 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, staff, and vendors by following security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities at a cultural institution location.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of galleries, exhibit areas, offices, loading areas, and perimeter to help to deter unauthorized activity and/or policy violations.
• Monitor access points and controlled areas, verify identification and/or credentials as required, and direct visitors to appropriate entrances, queues, and service areas.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including assisting with medical calls, fire alarms, and facility issues per post orders.
• Document observations, incidents, and patrol activity in written reports and/or electronic systems, and communicate relevant information to site contacts and Allied Universal supervision.

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