Security Officer - Flex Armed

Allied Universal

1d • $25

About The Position

As a Security Officer - Flex Armed Patrol Rounds in Fairfax, VA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Healthcare, and more. Join a leading team where flexibility meets opportunity. As a Flex 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 an Armed Patrol Officer at a healthcare location, you will conduct routine patrols and remain visible to help to deter security-related incidents. You will respond to concerns, document activity, and support staff, patients, and visitors with professional customer service and clear communication. Join Allied Universal, a team that is agile, reliable, and innovative, with a caring culture that puts people first and acts with integrity. Armed guard card or license required.

Requirements

• Have at least 2 years of security-related experience.
• Possess an armed guard card and/or license.
• Be at least 21 years of age.
• 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/or baton is preferred.
• Ability to lift up to 20 pounds is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to staff, patients, and visitors by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities within a healthcare location.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including de-escalation support and timely notification of on-site leadership and/or emergency services as directed by post orders.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols of interior areas, exterior grounds, and perimeter to help to deter unwanted activity and to identify and report hazards, unsecured areas, and/or suspicious behavior.
• Control access to designated areas by monitoring entry points, verifying identification and/or authorization, and documenting visitor activity in accordance with site requirements.
• Carry and maintain issued firearm and related equipment in compliance with applicable laws, training standards, and Allied Universal post requirements, and complete thorough incident reports and daily activity logs.

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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED