Security Officer - Patrol Ambassador

Allied Universal, North America's leading security and facility services company, offers rewarding careers that provide you a sense of purpose. While working in a dynamic, welcoming, and collaborative workplace, you will be part of a team that contributes to a culture that positively impacts the communities and customers we serve.

As a Security Officer Patrol Ambassador in Ashburn, VA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government, and more. Join Allied Universal as an unarmed Patrol Officer at a government education location, where you will conduct routine patrols, maintain a visible presence to help reduce security-related incidents, and support students, staff, and visitors with strong customer service and communication.

In our agile, reliable, and innovative team, you will put people first, work with integrity, and contribute through teamwork every day.

Position Type:
Full Time

Pay Rate: $18.87 / Hour

Job Schedule:

Day Time Mon
07:00 AM - 03:00 PMTue
07:00 AM - 03:00 PMWed
07:00 AM - 03:00 PMThur
07:00 AM - 03:00 PMFri
07:00 AM - 03:00 PM

What You'll Do:

* Provide customer service to students, staff, visitors, and/or community members by following site-specific procedures, access protocols, and emergency response guidelines at a public education location.

* Respond to incidents, disturbances, and/or urgent situations in a calm, professional, and problem-solving manner, documenting security-related concerns and notifying appropriate personnel as needed.

* Conduct regular and random patrols throughout buildings, parking areas, grounds, and perimeter locations to help to deter unauthorized activity and identify unusual conditions.

* Monitor entrances, exits, and common areas, assist with visitor screening and/or directional support, and report maintenance, policy, and security-related issues through established channels.

* Support campus operations during arrival, dismissal, events, and/or after-hours activities by maintaining a visible presence and communicating clearly with staff, visitors, and first responders when appropriate.

Minimum Requirements:

* Customer service experience is preferred.

* CPR certification is preferred.

* A guard card and/or license is preferred.

* Comfort using a computer and/or tablet is preferred.

* 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.

Why Join Us:

* 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 and

Health Benefits:

Enjoy access to a retirement savings plan, plus medical, dental, vision, basic life and AD&D, and disability insurance.

* Exclusive Perks:
Enjoy discounts on top brands and services through our Perks Program.

Allied Universal is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or relationship/association with a protected veteran, or any other basis or characteristic protected by law. For more information:

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