Security Officer - Armed DCJS

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 - Armed Perimeter Patrol in Leesburg, VA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government, and more. Join a leading team where flexibility meets opportunity. As a Part-Time Security Officer, you can build a schedule that works for you and explore new roles using our Claim a Shift platform. Learn more:  As an Armed Patrol Officer at a government location, you will monitor and patrol assigned areas, maintain a visible presence that helps to deter security-related incidents, and respond to alarms and unusual activity with calm professionalism.

You will communicate clearly with staff and visitors, provide strong customer service, and document observations and incidents. Bring your armed guard card and join Allied Universal, where agility, reliability, innovation, teamwork, and integrity guide every shift.

Position Type:
Part Time

Pay Rate: $20.90 / Hour

Job Schedule:

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.

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to visitors and staff at a government location by following site-specific procedures and access requirements, and/or directing individuals to the appropriate department.
• Conduct armed patrols of buildings, parking areas, and perimeter locations on a regular and random basis to help to deter unauthorized activity and/or identify security-related concerns.
• Support entry screening operations by monitoring checkpoints, verifying identification and authorization, and/or controlling access according to posted policies.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, requesting assistance from local emergency services and/or site contacts as needed.
• Complete reports and logs regarding patrol activity, screening activity, and security-related incidents, and/or communicate observations to site leadership per post orders.

Minimum Requirements:

• Possess a valid armed guard card and/or license.
• Have at least 6 months of armed security-related, law enforcement, and/or military experience.
• Be at least 21 years of age.
• Be at least 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.
• Participate in industry-specific security training programs.
• 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.

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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