Security Officer Armed Part Time Patrol Access Control

Allied Universal • Alexandria, VA

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About The Position

Allied Universal is hiring a part-time Armed Patrol Officer at a government location in Alexandria, Virginia. The officer will monitor and patrol assigned areas, maintain a visible presence to help deter security-related incidents, support access control, and provide professional customer service to visitors, staff, and authorized contractors. The role follows site-specific procedures and post orders and includes responding to incidents, alarms, and emergencies; verifying credentials; and preparing shift documentation. The stated schedule is Saturday and Sunday, 5:00 p.m. to 5:00 a.m. The pay rate is $31.97 per hour.

Requirements

• Possess an armed guard card or license.
• Have at least 3 years of security-related, law enforcement, military police, or military experience.
• Be at least 21 years of age for armed roles.
• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Submit to a background investigation, in accordance with applicable laws.
• Submit to a drug screen to the extent permitted by law.
• Participate in industry-specific security training programs.
• Meet applicable state and/or local licensing requirements, which may be required before employment.

Nice To Haves

• Comfort using a computer or tablet.
• Access control or badge experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to personnel, visitors, and authorized contractors while following site-specific procedures, access-control requirements, and emergency-response activities.
• Respond calmly to incidents, alarms, and critical situations, following established reporting and escalation procedures.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols of assigned buildings, grounds, parking areas, and perimeter areas, identifying and reporting unusual activity, hazards, or unauthorized access.
• Monitor access points and verify credentials for individuals and vehicles entering restricted areas in accordance with site policies and post orders.
• Prepare accurate activity logs, incident reports, and shift documentation, and communicate relevant information to Allied Universal leadership and authorized site representatives.

Benefits

• Access to technology to view and claim additional shifts.
• Paid training and career growth opportunities.
• Retirement savings plan.
• Discounts on brands and services through the Perks Program.

What This Job Offers

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