Security Officer - PT Foot Patrol
About The Position
As a Security Officer - PT Foot Patrol in Washington, DC, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Cultural Institutions, 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 cultural institution, you will monitor and patrol galleries, public spaces, and staff areas, maintaining a visible presence that helps to deter security-related incidents. You will conduct routine rounds, observe and report unusual activity, assist visitors with directions and questions, and communicate clearly with site teams. Bring integrity, teamwork, and a people-first mindset to a role where agility, reliability, and innovation matter every day.
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 and staff by following Allied Universal security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities at a cultural institution location.
- Conduct regular and random patrols of galleries, public areas, offices, and perimeter areas to help to deter suspicious activity and/or policy violations; working environments and conditions may vary by assignment.
- Monitor entrances, exhibit areas, and restricted spaces to help manage access, observe for unusual behavior, and/or address prohibited items or conduct in accordance with site guidelines.
- Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including de-escalation, coordinating with site representatives, and/or contacting emergency services as directed by procedure.
- Complete required documentation such as patrol logs, incident reports, and shift handoff notes, and communicate observations to site leadership and/or Allied Universal 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 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
