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Armed Security Officer

Allied Universal

Arlington (VA)

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USD 1,000

Full time

5 days ago

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Job summary

Join a leading security company as an Armed Security Officer in Arlington, Virginia. This role requires extensive experience in security or law enforcement and involves guarding facilities, conducting patrols, and maintaining order. Enjoy a competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, including health insurance and growth opportunities.

Benefits

Health insurance

401k plans

Employee discounts

Qualifications

Minimum of three years of law enforcement, military, or private armed security experience.
Excellent communication skills; able to articulate and write clear reports.
Able to complete all range qualifications and functions.

Responsibilities

Ensure safety and security of facilities.
Conduct patrols to protect personnel and property.
Respond to security alarms or emergencies.

Skills

Communication

Observation

Patrolling

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

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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. We offer comprehensive benefits for most full-time positions, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, life insurance, a retirement plan, employee assistance programs, company discounts, perks, and more.

Job Description

Allied Universal is hiring an Armed Security Officer. The Armed Security Officer is responsible for the safety and security of the facilities they protect. Our Armed Security Officers allow us to accomplish our company’s core purpose which is “to service, secure and care for the people and businesses in our communities.” Armed Security Officers act as a visible deterrent to crime and client rule infractions; they detect and report suspicious, unsafe or criminal acts at or near their assigned posts which may be a threat to the property, clients, guests or employees at the site.

Full Time: Armed Security Officer with 3 Years of Security Experience

Monday - Wednesday 5:30 AM - 7 PM (Willing to do 5:30 AM - 1 PM and 1 PM - 7 PM)

Pay Rate: $20.90

Responsibilities

Provide high quality security services, safeguarding personnel, property, and information
Conduct patrols within and around the facility on foot, bicycle, or vehicle to ensure the protection of people, assets, and sensitive or classified information
Preserve order and enforces rules, regulations, and directives for the viability of the site
Maintains proficiency in the use of all assigned protective equipment, restraint devices and weapons.
Greet guests and employees, assisting where appropriate; escort visitors and contractors, secure ingress and egress points, secure classified information
Follow site-specific performance manuals and post orders, reporting safety concerns, security breaches, and unusual circumstances via written and verbal communication; interact with client and/or other security personnel regarding order execution when appropriate
Respond to and assesses security alarms or emergency alarms; act as a first responder in emergency situations and provide first aid as necessary

Qualifications (must Have)

High school diploma or equivalent, or 5 years of verifiable experience
Licensing requirements are subject to state and/or local laws and regulations and may be required prior to employment
Minimum of three (3) years of law enforcement, military, or private armed security experience
Minimum of 21 years of age (or higher if required by the state)
Excellent communication skills; able to articulate and write clear and concise incident or situation reports
Able to complete all range qualifications and functions

Preferred Qualifications (nice To Have)

Associate's degree or higher In Criminal Justice, Business, or a related field

Benefits

Health insurance and 401k plans for full-time positions
Schedules that fit with your personal life goals
Ongoing paid training programs and career growth opportunities
Employee discounts through our perks program to your favorite restaurants, entertainment venues and much more…

Closing

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 any questions regarding Equal Employment Opportunity, have difficulty using the online system and require an alternate method to apply, or require an accommodation at any time during the recruitment and/or employment process, please contact our local Human Resources department. To find an office near you, please visit: www.aus.com/offices.

Requisition ID

2025-1392957

Seniority level

Seniority level
Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Employment type
Full-time

Job function

Job function
Other, Information Technology, and Management
Industries
Professional Services

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