Security Officer Armed Part Time Patrol

Alliedbarton Security Services; Reston (VA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 32,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart Tools

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Job summary

Allied Universal is seeking a Security Officer Armed Part Time Patrol Readiness in Reston, VA to protect facilities and people. You will patrol healthcare locations, deter incidents, and provide exemplary customer service while maintaining a trusting presence.

The position offers part-time hours with a schedule including evenings, and a pay rate of $21.74 per hour. Join a team guided by integrity, teamwork, and community safety.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of security-related experience
• Armed guard card or license
• DCJS license in Virginia
• Lift up to 20 pounds (preferred)
• CPR/First Aid certification (preferred)
• Age 21+ for armed roles
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Background check required by law
• Drug screen required by employer
• Industry-specific security training programs

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to patients, visitors, staff, and vendors while enforcing site security procedures.
• Conduct regular armed patrols in healthcare facilities, parking areas, and perimeter locations.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and emergencies with calm, professional problem-solving.
• Monitor access points and visitor activity per site requirements.
• Prepare clear, accurate patrol and incident reports.

Skills

Customer service

Armed patrol

Report writing

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

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 Armed Part Time Patrol Readiness in Reston, VA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Healthcare, and more. Join a leading team where flexibility meets opportunity. As a Part-Time Security Officer, you can build a schedule that works for you and explore new roles using our Claim a Shift platform. Learn more: aus.com/earnmore. As an Armed Patrol Officer in a healthcare location, you will conduct routine patrols, maintain a visible presence to help deter incidents, respond to security-related concerns, and deliver exceptional customer service. You will communicate professionally with staff, visitors, and patients while supporting a welcoming environment. Join Allied Universal, where agility, reliability, innovation, teamwork, caring, and integrity guide every shift.

Position Type: Part Time

Pay Rate: $21.74 / Hour

Job Schedule:

DayTimeWed03:30 PM - 09:00 PMThur03:30 PM - 09:00 PM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to patients, visitors, staff, and/or vendors while carrying out site-specific security-related procedures and policies.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols throughout healthcare facilities, parking areas, and perimeter locations to help identify and report unusual activity or security-related concerns.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem-solving manner, following established emergency response protocols.
• Monitor access points and visitor activity in accordance with site requirements, reporting unauthorized access attempts and/or suspicious behavior.
• Prepare clear, accurate reports of patrol findings, incidents, and other security-related activities.

Minimum Requirements:

• Possess at least 2 years of security-related experience.
• Possess an armed guard card or license.
• Possess a DCJS license in Virginia.
• Be able to lift up to 20 pounds, preferred.
• Possess CPR and/or First Aid certification, 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.

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 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.