Security Officer - Community Patrol

Allied Universal • Olympia, WA

2d • $22 • 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 - Community Patrol in Olympia, WA , you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Tech/Media/Telecom, and more. Join Allied Universal at a tech and telecom location where you will monitor and patrol assigned areas, maintain a visible presence to help to deter security-related incidents, and support access control at key entry points. You will document observations, communicate clearly with staff and visitors, and respond to concerns with professionalism and care. Bring integrity and teamwork to a role with an agile, reliable, and innovative company that puts people first.

Requirements

• Have a minimum of 2+ years of security-related experience.
• 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.

Nice To Haves

• Access control and/or badge experience is preferred.
• Customer service experience is preferred.
• Be comfortable using a computer or tablet is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to personnel, visitors, and/or contractors by following site-specific security-related procedures and policies at a technology-focused location, including access control and visitor check-in.
• Conduct regular and random foot patrols of interior areas, exterior grounds, and perimeter points; document observations and report maintenance hazards and/or suspicious activity per post orders.
• Monitor security-related systems such as CCTV, alarm panels, and/or access control notifications; respond to alerts and coordinate next steps with Allied Universal leadership and site contacts.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including de-escalation, medical emergency notifications, and/or coordinating with local responders as directed.
• Complete detailed incident reports, daily activity logs, and/or shift handoffs; communicate clearly with supervisors and site stakeholders to support consistent security-related operations.

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