Security Officer - Part Time Armed Patrol Baton Certified

Allied Universal • Ashburn, VA

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About The Position

Allied Universal is hiring a part-time armed patrol security officer in Ashburn, Virginia. The position provides a designated weekly shift at an assigned site, with a six-month commitment to that fixed schedule. The officer may also claim additional shifts through the company’s scheduling platform, allowing hours to vary and potentially increase to as many as 40 hours per week. The listed pay rate is $26.62 per hour.

The role serves a school district site and involves armed patrols, access monitoring, customer service, incident response, and written reporting. Applicants must have an armed guard card or license, be at least 21 years old, and hold a high school diploma or equivalent. Employment is contingent on applicable background and drug screening requirements and participation in industry-specific security training.

Requirements

• Possess an armed guard card or license.
• Be at least 21 years of age for armed roles.
• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Submit to a background investigation as a condition of employment, in accordance with applicable laws.
• Submit to a drug screen to the extent permitted by law.
• Meet applicable state and local licensing requirements, which may be required before employment.

Nice To Haves

• Handcuffing certification is preferred.
• CPR certification is preferred.
• Pepper spray certification is preferred.
• Baton certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to students, staff, visitors, and community members while following security procedures, site-specific policies, and emergency response activities.
• Respond professionally and calmly to incidents, disturbances, medical emergencies, and critical situations in accordance with school district procedures.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols of school buildings, grounds, parking areas, access points, and perimeter areas.
• Monitor access to school property and assist with visitor screening and traffic flow.
• Report suspicious activity and policy violations.
• Prepare accurate reports documenting incidents, observations, and actions taken, and communicate relevant information to school personnel and emergency responders.
• Participate in industry-specific security training programs.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, basic life, AD&D, retirement plans, and 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.
• Employee discounts at restaurants, entertainment venues, and other businesses through the perks program.
• Paid training programs and opportunities for career advancement.
• Flexible scheduling and access to technology for viewing and claiming shifts.

What This Job Offers

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