Security Officer Armed Patrol

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.

Position Type:
Part Time

Pay Rate: $21.74 / Hour

Job Schedule:

Day Time Mon
07:30 AM - 05:30 PMTue
07:30 AM - 05:30 PM

As an Armed Security Professional with Allied Universal
, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as government buildings and government properties. You will monitor and patrol assigned areas to help to deter security-related incidents and provide a welcoming presence. Your visible patrols and strong communication skills will support a secure environment for staff and visitors.

On the Fairfax County Government Contract
, we offer additional hours to our part-time officers and overtime hours to our full-time officers. We have onsite free parking and offer many promotional opportunities within the contract.

Join a team that values reliability, innovation, and integrity, and where people always come first.

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.

Responsibilities:

• Provide customer service by carrying out security-related procedures and following site-specific policies within the different government locations.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, supporting the different government locations.
• Conduct regular and random patrols throughout the facility and its perimeter to help to deter unauthorized activity and/or potential threats.
• Monitor entrances, exits, and sensitive areas to assist in maintaining a secure environment for staff and visitors.
• Document and report any security-related incidents, unusual observations, or policy violations as required by Allied Universal and site management.
• Assist with emergency response activities in accordance with established protocols and instructions from site leadership.
• Communicate professionally with staff, visitors, and emergency personnel as needed.

Minimum Requirements:

• Must be 21 years of age for armed roles.
• Must have 2 years of Armed related experience. (Security, Law Enforcement or U.S. Military)
• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Possess an Active Armed VA DCJS (Will provide Armed DCJS Training if proof from prior experience is provided)
• Handcuff, pepper spray, and baton experience are preferred, but will provide training if needed.
• CPR and first aid certification are preferred but will provide training if needed.
• A valid driver’s license will be required for driving positions only.
• 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.
• Participate in industry-specific security training programs.

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 Benefits: Participate in our retirement savings plan to invest in your future.
• 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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