Armed Security Officer Full Time

Allied Universal; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Allied Universal seeks an Armed Security Officer to safeguard various client sites, including commercial and educational facilities. You must have a valid armed license in DC/MD/VA and at least one year of security experience. This role involves customer service, conducting patrols, and responding to emergencies, with comprehensive benefits for full-time positions.

Benefits

Health insurance and 401k plans

Flexible schedules

Ongoing paid training programs

Employee discounts

Qualifications

• Must have armed license in DC/MD/VA or willing to obtain.
• Experience in armed/unarmed security required (at least 1 year).
• Minimum age of 21 for armed roles.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service by ensuring safety and security.
• Respond calmly to incidents and critical situations.
• Conduct regular patrols around properties.

Skills

Customer Service

Problem Solving

Patrolling

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

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.

Armed Security Officer Open House

Armed Security Officer/ Armed Special Police Officer SPO Hiring Event June 26

June 26, 2025

10:00 a.m.- 2:00 p.m.

1400 I St. NW 2nd Floor

Washington, DC 20005

Must have an armed license in DC/MD/VA or willing to obtain and armed DC/MD/VA security license

Must have at least 1 year of armed/unarmed security experience

Must come dressed business casual

If you have worked for Allied Universal in the past, we need to check you rehire status.

(Once we reach capacity, you will have to come to the next scheduled event)

As an Armed Security Officer you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Commercial Real Estate, Healthcare, Education, Government and more.

Responsibilities:

• Provide customer service to our clients by carrying out safety and security procedures, site-specific policies and when appropriate, emergency response activities
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem solving manner
• Conduct regular and random patrols around the business and perimeter. Working environments and conditions may vary by client site.

Minimum Requirements:

• Be at least 21 years of age for armed roles
• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent, or 5 years of verifiable experience
• 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/safety 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

Perks and 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…

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.

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.