Security Officer - Armed Vehicle Patrol Driver

Allied Universal • Leesburg, VA

5d • Onsite

About The Position

As a Security Officer Armed Vehicle Patrol Driver in Leesburg, VA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government, and more. Join Allied Universal as an Armed Security Officer in a government location, where you will monitor and patrol assigned areas, perform vehicle-based and/or foot patrols, and remain visible to help discourage security-related incidents. This driving post calls for professionalism, strong communication, and a customer-focused approach while supporting a team that is agile, reliable, innovative, and grounded in integrity.

Requirements

• Have at least 2 years of security-related experience.
• A valid driver’s license is required in the state where the job is located.
• Possess an armed guard card and/or 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 and/or First Aid certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to visitors, employees, and/or the public while carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities at a government location.
• Respond to incidents, disturbances, and/or critical situations in a calm, professional, problem-solving manner, documenting observations and communicating with site contacts and/or public agencies as needed.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols throughout assigned buildings, entry points, parking areas, and perimeter locations to help to deter unauthorized activity and/or policy violations.
• Monitor access points and screening areas, verify credentials and/or permissions, and report suspicious behavior, prohibited items, and/or unusual conditions in accordance with post orders.
• Support Allied Universal standards by maintaining a visible presence, following use of force and weapon handling protocols, and completing required reports, logs, and/or incident documentation.

Benefits

• Access to a retirement savings plan
• medical, dental, vision, basic life and AD&D, and disability insurance
• Access to our exclusive technology to view and claim additional shifts to earn more.
• Get paid training and access to career growth opportunities.
• 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