Security Officer - Perimeter Patrol Clearance Required

Allied Universal • Arlington, VA

16d • $23

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 - Perimeter Patrol Clearance Required in Arlington, VA , you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Aero/Defense, 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 with Allied Universal at a leading aero and defense location, you will monitor and patrol assigned areas, complete routine rounds, and remain highly visible to help discourage security-related incidents. You will document observations, communicate clearly with site contacts and your team, and provide customer service that reflects our caring culture. Bring integrity, teamwork, and a reliable, agile approach to every shift.

Requirements

• Have a minimum of 2 or more years of security-related experience.
• Have an active DoD Secret clearance.
• Have a state, county, or city issued security license preferred.
• Have customer service experience 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.

Nice To Haves

• Have a state, county, or city issued security license preferred.
• Have customer service experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to clients, employees, contractors, and/or visitors by following Allied Universal procedures, site-specific policies, and approved emergency response activities at an aerospace and defense location.
• Conduct regular and random foot and/or vehicle patrols of buildings, production areas, and perimeter points, looking for unusual activity and conditions that may help to deter unauthorized access and/or policy violations.
• Monitor and/or control access at entrances and controlled areas by verifying identification, managing visitor check-in and badging per site requirements, and directing people to the appropriate destinations.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including dispatching notifications per post orders, coordinating with site contacts and/or public responders, and documenting actions taken.
• Complete detailed daily activity logs and incident reports, monitor alarm panels and/or video systems when assigned, and communicate status updates to supervision and site representatives.

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