Security Officer - Patrol Officer

Allied Universal • Washington, DC

10h • $24 • 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. Job Description As a Security Officer - Patrol Officer in Washington, DC , you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Cultural Institutions, and more. As an Unarmed Patrol Officer with Allied Universal at a renowned cultural institution, you will monitor and patrol galleries, public spaces, and exterior areas, completing routine rounds, reporting observations, and assisting guests with clear communication and a service-first approach. Your visible presence can help to reduce security-related incidents while supporting exhibits and daily operations. Join a team that is agile, reliable, innovative, people-first, and guided by integrity and teamwork.

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.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to visitors, staff, and/or vendors by following security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities within a cultural institution setting.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, coordinating with site leadership and/or first responders as needed.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of galleries, exhibit spaces, public areas, back-of-house corridors, and the exterior perimeter to help to deter unwanted activity and/or identify hazards or maintenance concerns.
• Control access points by monitoring doors, gates, and restricted areas, checking credentials as required, and directing authorized persons to the appropriate location.
• Complete detailed activity logs and incident reports, operate radios and other security-related equipment, and communicate observations and/or concerns to Allied Universal and site management.

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 and Health Benefits: Enjoy access to a retirement savings plan, plus medical, dental, vision, basic life and AD&D, and disability insurance.
• Exclusive Perks: Enjoy discounts on top brands and services through our Perks Program.

What This Job Offers

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