Security Officer - Facility Walkthrough Patrol
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 - Facility Walkthrough Patrol in Arlington, VA , you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Tech/Media/Telecom, and more. Join a leading team where flexibility meets opportunity. As a Part-Time Security Officer, you can build a schedule that works for you and explore new roles using our Claim a Shift platform. Learn more: aus.com/earnmore. As a Patrol Unarmed Security Officer with Allied Universal at a leading tech location, you will monitor and patrol assigned areas, maintain a visible presence to help to deter security-related incidents, and support access points and visitor flow. You will document observations, respond to alarms and/or unusual activity, and communicate clearly with onsite teams while delivering customer-focused service backed by our agile, reliable, and integrity-driven culture.
Requirements
- 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
- CPR certification is preferred.
- Access control and/or badge experience is preferred.
- Customer service experience is preferred.
- Being comfortable using a computer or tablet is preferred.
- Alarm panel experience is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Provide customer service to clients, visitors, and employees by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities at a technology-focused location.
- Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including documenting observations and escalating concerns through the appropriate channels.
- Conduct regular and random foot patrols of offices, common areas, loading and receiving areas, stairwells, and exterior perimeter to help to deter unwanted activity and/or policy violations.
- Monitor access points and interior spaces using security-related systems and tools such as badge checkpoints, visitor logs, alarm panels, and/or video monitoring, following post orders and reporting irregularities.
- Complete daily activity logs and incident reports, communicate shift handoffs clearly, and coordinate with onsite personnel and Allied Universal leadership as needed.
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 Benefits: Participate in our retirement savings plan to invest in your future.
- Exclusive Perks: Enjoy discounts on top brands and services through our Perks Program.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
