Security Officer - Armed Patrol Government Handcuffs

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 Patrol Government Handcuffs in Washington, DC, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government, and more. Join Allied Universal as an Armed Patrol Officer, where you will monitor and patrol government locations to help to deter security-related incidents and support a secure environment. Your visible presence will contribute to a welcoming atmosphere, while you conduct routine patrols and respond to situations with professionalism. You will engage with visitors and staff, providing excellent customer service and clear communication. Embrace a role where teamwork, reliability, and integrity are valued, and where you can make a difference by supporting a culture that puts people first.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $31.83 / 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 by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies and when appropriate, emergency response activities for a government location.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, maintaining a professional presence while armed as required by the post profile.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols around the premises and perimeter to help to deter unauthorized activities and maintain a visible presence.
• Monitor entrances, exits, and key access points to help to deter unauthorized access to the government facility.
• Complete detailed and accurate reports on incidents, observations, and activities during assigned shifts.
• Interact with members of the public, staff, and visitors at the location, providing assistance and answering questions as needed.
• Follow all post orders and instructions from Allied Universal management, adapting to changes in procedures or protocols as necessary for the government setting.

Minimum Requirements:

• Have at least 1 year of experience in armed security-related, law enforcement, or military roles.
• 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-related 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: www.aus.com.

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