Security Officer DCJS Licensed Armed Patrol

Allied Universal•Reston, VA

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 DCJS Licensed Armed Patrol in Reston, VA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Healthcare, and more. As an Armed Patrol Officer in a healthcare location, you will conduct routine patrols, maintain a visible presence to help reduce security-related incidents, and support patients, visitors, and staff with exceptional customer service and communication. At Allied Universal, you will bring an agile, reliable, and innovative approach while working as part of a caring team that leads with integrity.

Requirements

Possess at least 6 months of security-related experience.
Be at least 21 years of age.
Possess a Virginia DCJS license.
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

Experience with handcuffs, pepper spray, and baton is preferred.
A guard card and/or license is preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide customer service to patients, visitors, staff, and vendors while carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and/or emergency response activities appropriate to a healthcare location.
Respond to incidents, disturbances, medical-related calls for assistance, and/or critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner while documenting observations and actions taken.
Conduct regular and random armed patrols throughout buildings, parking areas, and perimeter locations to help to deter unauthorized activity and/or identify unusual conditions.
Monitor access points and restricted areas, verify credentials when required, and report policy violations, hazards, and/or suspicious activity to the appropriate contacts.
Support healthcare operations by assisting with de-escalation, escort duties, and/or coordination with site leadership and first responders during emergencies or other security-related events.