Security Officer Enhanced Part Time Security Screening

Allied Universal • Washington, DC

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Allied Universal is hiring a part-time Security Officer Enhanced for a designated site in Washington, DC. The position has a fixed weekly anchor shift requiring a six-month commitment, with the option to claim additional shifts through the company scheduling platform. Hours may vary from part-time to as many as 40 hours per week, with the option to scale back. The pay rate is $22.66 per hour. The listed schedule is Friday, 10:30 AM–7:45 PM.

The Security Officer provides customer service while carrying out security procedures, screens visitors and deliveries, monitors access points, responds to incidents, and conducts patrols. Applicants must have at least two years of security-related experience and a high school diploma or equivalent. Employment is conditional on applicable background and drug screening.

Requirements

• At least 2 years of security-related experience.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least 18 years of age for unarmed roles; at least 21 years of age for armed roles.
• Submit to a background investigation as a condition of employment, in accordance with applicable laws.
• Submit to a drug screen as a condition of employment, to the extent permitted by law.
• Meet any licensing requirements that apply under state or local laws and regulations; licensing may be required before employment.

Nice To Haves

• CPR certification.
• Guard card or license.
• Customer service experience.
• Loss prevention experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to visitors, clients, and staff while following security procedures, site-specific policies, and applicable emergency response activities.
• Screen visitors, vendors, deliveries, and packages according to site procedures while maintaining a professional and welcoming presence at designated entry points.
• Monitor access points and help deter unauthorized entry into retail areas, back-of-house spaces, and other restricted locations.
• Respond calmly and professionally to incidents, customer concerns, and critical situations, notifying appropriate personnel as needed.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of the retail location and perimeter, reporting unusual activity, hazards, and security concerns.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• Basic life and AD&D insurance.
• Retirement plans.
• Disability insurance.
• Seven holidays annually paid at time and a half if worked.
• 40 hours of vacation after one year of employment at eligible work assignments; unused vacation is paid out only where required by law.
• Discounts at restaurants, entertainment venues, and more through the employee perks program.
• Paid training programs and opportunities for career advancement.

What This Job Offers

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