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About The Position
Allied Universal is hiring a full-time Armed Security Officer for a transportation location in Washington, DC. The role involves protecting clients and supporting passengers, employees, and visitors through customer service, routine armed patrols, monitoring access, and responding to incidents. This is primarily a driving post, with a schedule of Wednesday through Sunday, 10:00 PM to 6:00 AM, and a pay rate of $25.00 per hour. The officer will follow site-specific policies and applicable laws, licensing requirements, and company procedures. Employment is conditional on a background investigation and, where permitted by law, a drug screen. Industry-specific security training is required.
Requirements
- Be at least 21 years of age for armed roles.
- Possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
- Meet applicable licensing requirements, which may be required before employment.
- Undergo a background investigation as a condition of employment.
- Submit to a drug screen to the extent permitted by law.
- Possess a valid driver’s license for driving positions.
Nice To Haves
- Comfort using a computer or tablet.
- CPR and First Aid certification.
- A guard card or license.
Responsibilities
- Provide customer service to passengers, employees, and visitors while carrying out security procedures, site-specific policies, and emergency response activities when appropriate.
- Conduct regular and random armed patrols of transportation facilities, platforms, parking areas, rail property, and perimeter areas to help deter unauthorized activity.
- Respond calmly to incidents, alarms, and critical situations; notify appropriate personnel and coordinate with law enforcement or emergency responders as needed.
- Monitor access points and verify authorization for entry to restricted areas in accordance with site requirements.
- Carry and maintain authorized equipment in accordance with applicable laws, licensing requirements, company policies, and client procedures.
- Participate in industry-specific security training programs.
Benefits
- Access to technology to view and claim additional shifts.
- Paid training and career growth opportunities.
- Retirement savings plan.
- Medical, dental, vision, basic life and AD&D, and disability insurance.
- Discounts on brands and services through the Perks Program.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
