Security Guard - Armed Part Time Patrol

Allied Universal; Ashburn (VA); Hybrid; USD 54,000 - 58,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart Tools access to view and claim•s

Career growth opportunities

Retirement savings plan

Perks program discounts

Flexible shift options

Job summary

Allied Universal is hiring for an armed Security Guard - Enhanced Part Time position in Ashburn, VA. The role offers flexible, reliable hours with fixed anchor shifts and opportunities to pick up additional shifts via the scheduling platform.

Pay rate is $26.62 per hour, with a program to increase earnings by taking extra shifts across multiple sites. Ideal for building hands-on security experience toward a full-time career.

Qualifications

• Armed Guard Card or License required.
• Baton Certification preferred.
• Handcuffing Certification preferred.
• CPR Certification preferred.
• Pepper Spray Certification preferred.
• Be at least 21 years old for armed roles.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Background check and drug screen as per law.
• Participation in industry-specific security training.
• Licensing requirements may apply.
• Driver's license required for driving positions.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to students, staff, visitors, and community members while following security procedures.
• Conduct regular armed patrols of buildings, grounds, parking areas, and perimeter locations.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, disturbances, and critical situations calmly and professionally.
• Maintain a visible presence during school operations, arrivals/dismissals, and events.
• Prepare clear, accurate reports and communicate observations to appropriate personnel.

Skills

Customer service

Security awareness

Emergency response

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Armed Guard Card/License

Baton Certification

Handcuffing Certification

CPR Certification

Pepper Spray Certification

Driver's license (for driving roles)

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.

Life doesn’t always follow a fixed schedule. That’s why we created the Security Officer – Part Time Enhanced position: a flexible, dependable option for individuals looking to supplement their income, gain hands-on experience, or work toward a full-time career with the industry leader.

As a Security Guard Armed Enhanced Part Time Patrol in Ashburn, VA, this role is designed to provide reliable, consistent hours at an assigned site with the flexibility for you to earn more by picking-up additional shifts when it works for you.

Pay Rate: $26.62 / Hour

Job Schedule:

Day: Tue, Time: 02:30 PM - 08:30 PM

How This Role Works:

• Fixed-Shift Commitment (“Anchor Shifts”): You will be hired for a designated site and weekly shift that serves as your reliable base schedule. This assignment requires a six (6) month commitment.
• Earn More, Claim-A-Shift Program: In addition to your fixed shift, you may pick-up extra shifts through our scheduling platform, allowing you to increase earnings and gain experience across multiple sites. Work part-time hours this week and full-time the next. It’s all up to you.

This role is ideal for candidates seeking part-time employment with flexibility, income stability, and opportunities to build-up to a full-time schedule of up to 40 hours per week; always with the option to scale back when needed.

Responsibilities:

• Provide customer service to students, staff, visitors, and community members by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and emergency response activities as appropriate.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols of school buildings, grounds, parking areas, and perimeter locations to help identify and report unusual activity, hazards, or policy concerns.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, disturbances, and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem-solving manner, following established procedures and applicable laws.
• Maintain a visible presence during school operations, arrival and dismissal periods, events, and other activities to help support an orderly environment.
• Prepare clear, accurate reports and communicate observations, incidents, and follow-up information to appropriate personnel.

Minimum Requirements:

• Possess an Armed Guard Card or License.
• Baton Certification is preferred.
• Handcuffing Certification is preferred.
• CPR Certification is preferred.
• Pepper Spray Certification is preferred.
• 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 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.

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.

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.