Security Officer Enhanced Part Time Reception Arrival Management

Allied Universal • Washington, DC

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Allied Universal is hiring a part-time Security Officer Enhanced for an education-focused office location in Washington, DC. The role provides a designated site and 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 position pays $26.15 per hour and is scheduled Wednesdays from 3:00 PM to 11:00 PM.

The Security Officer provides front-desk customer service, manages visitor arrival and facility access, and responds professionally to incidents and emergencies. Applicants must have at least two years of law enforcement, military police, or corrections experience and a high school diploma or equivalent. Employment is contingent on a background investigation and drug screen, as permitted by law.

Requirements

• At least two years of law enforcement, military police, or corrections 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 in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.
• Submit to a drug screen to the extent permitted by law.
• Meet applicable state and/or local licensing requirements, which may be required before employment.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with handcuffs, pepper spray, and baton.
• CPR certification.
• A guard card or license.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to visitors, staff, students, and guests at the front desk of an education-focused office location.
• Greet and screen visitors, verify identification and appointments, issue visitor credentials, and maintain accurate visitor logs according to site procedures.
• Monitor facility access, manage entry requests, and help deter unauthorized access by following established security policies.
• Answer phones, provide directions and general information, receive deliveries, and communicate visitor or facility concerns to appropriate personnel.
• Respond calmly and professionally to incidents, alarms, and critical situations, follow emergency response procedures, and notify Allied Universal leadership and/or site contacts as appropriate.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 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.

What This Job Offers

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