Security Officer - Part-Time Dispatch Desk

Allied Universal

1d • $24

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 - Part-Time Dispatch Desk in Washington, DC, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Commercial Real Estate, 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 Dispatch Officer with Allied Universal at a commercial real estate location, you will support day-to-day security-related operations by coordinating officer response, monitoring alarm and access control activity, managing radio and phone communications, and documenting incidents. You will be a calm, customer-focused point of contact for tenants and visitors, using teamwork and integrity while staying agile, reliable, and innovative in a fast-paced control environment.

Requirements

• Be at least 21 years of age.
• 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 badge experience is preferred.
• Customer service experience is preferred.
• A guard card and/or license is preferred.
• Alarm panel experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to building tenants, visitors, and vendors by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities.
• Operate the dispatch center by monitoring alarms, access control events, and camera systems; receive calls for assistance and route requests to the appropriate on-site personnel.
• Maintain accurate logs and reports of incidents, service requests, and communications; document key details and escalate notifications per post orders.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner; coordinate radio and/or phone communications to help support timely response.
• Conduct regular and random patrols around the property and perimeter as directed; working environments and conditions may vary by location.

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