Security Officer - Lobby Perimeter Patrol
About The Position
As a Security Officer - Lobby Perimeter Patrol in Washington, DC, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Hotels & Resorts, 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 an Unarmed Patrol Officer at a hotel and resort location, you will conduct routine foot patrols of guest areas, lobbies, and back-of-house spaces, remain highly visible to help deter security-related incidents, and respond to calls with calm, clear communication. You will deliver a welcoming guest experience while documenting observations and partnering with onsite teams. Allied Universal is agile, reliable, and innovative, with a caring culture built on teamwork and integrity.
Requirements
- Have 1+ years of security experience.
- A guard card and/or license is preferred.
- 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.
Responsibilities
- Provide customer service to guests, visitors, and team members by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities within a hotel and resort location.
- Conduct regular and random patrols of lobbies, corridors, meeting and event areas, back-of-house spaces, parking areas, and perimeter to help to deter unwanted activity and identify maintenance or policy concerns to report.
- Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including disturbances, medical calls, fire or alarm activations, and guest concerns, and coordinate notifications to site leadership and/or public responders as directed.
- Monitor and help control access to restricted areas, service corridors, and loading or receiving areas, verifying credentials and assisting with visitor and vendor check-in procedures per site requirements.
- Complete timely reports and logs, document observations and actions taken, and communicate shift updates to oncoming personnel and Allied Universal supervision.
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
