Security Officer - Part Time

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 - Telecom Roving Patrol in Arlington, VA, 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: aus.com/earnmore. As an unarmed Patrol Officer with Allied Universal at a fast-paced tech and telecom location, you will monitor and patrol assigned areas, conduct routine rounds, and stay highly visible to help reduce security-related incidents. You will observe and report unusual activity, assist with access control and visitor guidance, and communicate clearly with onsite teams. Bring integrity, teamwork, and a caring, innovative mindset to deliver reliable service every shift.

Position Type: Part Time

Pay Rate: $20.52 / 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 clients, employees, and/or visitors by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities in a technology-focused location.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, documenting observations and actions taken in accordance with post orders.
• Conduct regular and random foot and/or vehicle patrols of buildings, work areas, parking areas, and the perimeter to help to deter unauthorized activity and/or policy violations.
• Control access by verifying identification and/or credentials, monitoring visitor entry, and directing guests to appropriate check-in points as required by site procedures.
• Monitor alarms, surveillance systems, and/or access control platforms, reporting unusual activity and escalating concerns through the proper channels.
• Perform routine checks of doors, gates, server and equipment areas, and other restricted spaces, reporting maintenance concerns and/or suspicious conditions.
• Provide visible presence and customer-focused assistance while enforcing site rules and/or property policies in a professional manner.
• Complete daily activity reports, incident reports, and/or shift logs with clear, accurate, and timely details.
• Communicate with Allied Universal supervision and site contacts regarding shift activity, special instructions, and/or operational changes.
• Support emergency and/or incident response procedures, including notifications, area control, and guiding occupants as directed by site protocols.

Minimum Requirements:

• Be 21+ years of age.
• 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.

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: www.aus.com.

If you have difficulty using the online system and require an alternate method to apply or require an accommodation, please contact our local Human Resources department. To find an office near you, please visit: www.aus.com/offices.