Full Time Security Guard – Visitor Access

Alliedbarton Security Services; Ashburn (VA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement plan

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Life and AD&D insurance

Job summary

Allied Universal is seeking an Unarmed Security Officer in Ashburn, VA to monitor and safeguard a government education location. The role emphasizes customer service, visibility patrols, and responding to incidents with professionalism.

As a Full Time position, it offers daytime shifts and an opportunity to contribute to a welcoming environment for students and staff. A background check and drug screen may be required where permitted by law.

Qualifications

• Customer service experience preferred.
• CPR certification preferred.
• Comfort using a computer or tablet preferred.
• Possession of a guard card or license preferred.
• Be at least 18 years of age for unarmed roles; 21+ years of age for armed roles.
• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Background check required by law.
• Allied Universal will consider qualified applications with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable laws.
• As a condition of employment, a drug screen may be conducted where permitted by law.
• Licensing requirements may be required prior to employment.
• A valid driver’s license will be required for driving positions only.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to students, staff, visitors, and community members while carrying out site-specific procedures and emergency response activities at educational facilities.
• Respond to incidents, disturbances, medical situations, and other critical events in a calm, professional, problem-solving manner, following established reporting and notification protocols.
• Conduct regular and random foot and vehicle patrols of school buildings, grounds, parking areas, entry points, and perimeter areas to deter unauthorized activity.
• Monitor access points, observe visitor activity, and assist with maintaining an orderly environment during school operations, events, arrivals, and dismissals.
• Document incidents, observations, and patrol activities accurately and communicate relevant information to school personnel, supervisors, and emergency responders as appropriate.

Skills

Customer service

Computer literacy

CPR certification

18+ age requirement

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Guard card/license

Job description

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 Description

As a Security Officer Full Time Unarmed Visibility Patrol in Ashburn, VA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government, and more. As an unarmed Patrol Officer at a government education location, you will monitor and patrol assigned areas, maintain a visible presence to help deter security-related incidents, and support a welcoming environment for students, staff, and visitors. You will provide exceptional customer service, communicate professionally, and respond to security-related concerns with integrity. Join Allied Universal’s agile, reliable team, where a caring culture and teamwork put people first.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $18.87 / Hour

Job Schedule:

DayTimeMon07:00 AM - 03:00 PMTue07:00 AM - 03:00 PMWed07:00 AM - 03:00 PMThur07:00 AM - 03:00 PMFri07:00 AM - 03:00 PM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to students, staff, visitors, and community members while carrying out site-specific procedures, policies, and emergency response activities at educational facilities.
• Respond to incidents, disturbances, medical situations, and other critical events in a calm, professional, problem-solving manner, following established reporting and notification protocols.
• Conduct regular and random foot and vehicle patrols of school buildings, grounds, parking areas, entry points, and perimeter areas to help to deter unauthorized activity and identify security-related concerns.
• Monitor access points, observe visitor activity, and assist with maintaining an orderly environment during school operations, events, arrivals, and dismissals.
• Document incidents, observations, and patrol activities accurately and communicate relevant information to school personnel, supervisors, and emergency responders as appropriate.

Minimum Requirements:

• Customer service experience is preferred.
• CPR certification is preferred.
• Comfort using a computer or tablet is preferred.
• Possession of a guard card or license is preferred.
• 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.

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 and Health Benefits: Enjoy access to a retirement savings plan, plus medical, dental, vision, basic life and AD&D, and disability insurance.
• Exclusive Perks: Enjoy discounts on top brands and services through our Perks Program.

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.