Security Officer - Armed Patrol Clearance Required

Allied Universal

3d • $33

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 Officer - Armed Patrol Clearance Required in Washington, DC, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Tech/Media/Telecom, and more. Join a leading team where flexibility meets opportunity. As a Part-Time Security Officer, you can build a schedule that works for you and explore new roles using our Claim a Shift platform. Learn more: aus.com/earnmore. As an Armed Patrol Officer with Allied Universal at a tech, media, and telecom location, you will conduct routine patrols and remain highly visible to help to deter security-related incidents. You will respond to calls for service, document activity, and communicate clearly with site teams and visitors while delivering a professional, people-first presence. This is an armed post requiring a current armed guard card and/or license.

Requirements

• Have at least 1+ years of security experience.
• Possess an armed guard card and/or license.
• Maintain an active DoD Secret clearance.
• Be at least 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.
• Participate in industry-specific security training programs.
• 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.

Nice To Haves

• Handcuffing certification is preferred and may be completed post hire.
• Customer service experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to personnel and visitors by carrying out site-specific access control, security-related procedures, and/or emergency response activities at a technology-focused location.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including de-escalation, notifications, and documentation per post orders.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols of interior areas, exterior grounds, and perimeter to help to deter unauthorized activity and identify hazards or irregular conditions.
• Monitor alarms, surveillance systems, and communication channels, then coordinate with on-site contacts and/or public responders as directed.
• Complete accurate reports, incident logs, and shift activity records, and support investigations by preserving observations and collected information per policy.

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 Benefits: Participate in our retirement savings plan to invest in your future.
• Exclusive Perks: Enjoy discounts on top brands and services through our Perks Program.

What This Job Offers

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