Security Officer Armed Patrol Full Time

Allied Universal • Washington, DC

1d • 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. As a Security Officer Armed Patrol Operations in Washington, DC, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government, and more. As an Armed Patrol Officer in a government location, you will monitor and patrol assigned areas, maintain a visible presence to help reduce security-related incidents, and support people on site with strong communication and customer service. Join Allied Universal to bring agility, reliability, innovation, teamwork, and integrity to a role where your armed presence can make a meaningful difference every day.

Requirements

• Possess an armed guard card/license.
• Be at least 21 years of age.
• 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 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

• CPR/First Aid certification is preferred.
• Possess a state, county, or city issued security-related license is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to visitors, employees, and members of the public by carrying out site-specific procedures, access control activities, and other security-related duties at a government location.
• Respond to incidents, disturbances, and emergency situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including documenting details and communicating with site contacts and/or public agencies as appropriate.
• Conduct regular and random patrols throughout buildings, grounds, parking areas, and perimeter points to help to deter unauthorized activity and/or unusual conditions.
• Monitor entrances, restricted areas, and identification checkpoints while following post orders for an armed assignment and reporting suspicious behavior, hazards, and/or policy violations.
• Support daily operations by preparing reports, maintaining awareness of site activity, and assisting with specialized security-related procedures based on the needs of the location.

Benefits

• Access to our exclusive technology to view and claim additional shifts to earn more.
• Get paid training and access to career growth opportunities.
• Enjoy access to a retirement savings plan, plus medical, dental, vision, basic life and AD&D, and disability insurance.
• Enjoy discounts on top brands and services through our Perks Program.

What This Job Offers

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