Security Officer Armed Patrol Operations Specialist
Listed on 2026-09-25
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Security
Armed Security, Site Security, Security Officer
Overview
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.
Job DescriptionAs a Security Officer Armed Patrol Operations Specialist in Washington, DC
, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Tech/Media/Telecom, 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 Security Officer supporting a dynamic technology, media, and telecommunications location, you will conduct routine patrols, maintain a visible presence to help deter incidents, monitor access and activity, and respond to security-related concerns.
You will provide exceptional customer service and clear communication while working collaboratively with site personnel. Join Allied Universal’s agile, reliable, innovative team, where a caring culture, teamwork, and integrity guide every shift.
Position Type:
Part Time
21+ Years of Age Supervisory Experience2+ Years' Law Enforcement/Military Police/Corrections Experience3+ Years' Combined Law Enforcement/Corrections/Military OR 5+ Years Armed Security Experience
Pay Rate: $37.80 / Hour
Job Schedule:
Day Time Fri
09:30 AM - 06:00 PMSat
09:30 AM - 06:00 PM
What You'll Do:
- Provide customer service to clients, employees, contractors, and visitors by carrying out site-specific security-related procedures, policies, and emergency response activities at a technology, media, and telecommunications location.
- Conduct regular and random armed patrols of buildings, parking areas, access points, and perimeter areas to help identify and report unusual activity, hazards, or unauthorized persons.
- Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem-solving manner, following established site procedures and applicable laws.
- Monitor access to restricted areas, verify credentials as directed, and report access control concerns or policy violations to appropriate personnel.
- Prepare clear, accurate reports documenting patrols, incidents, observations, and actions taken during the shift.
Minimum Requirements:
- Possess at least 2 years of law enforcement, military police, or corrections experience.
- Possess supervisory experience.
- Possess at least 3 years of combined law enforcement, corrections, or military experience, or at least 5 years of armed security experience.
- X-Ray screening experience is preferred.
- Experience with handcuffs, pepper spray, and baton is preferred.
- 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.
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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