Security Officer Armed -Patrol

Alliedbarton Security Services; Fairfax (VA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart Tools: exclusive tech for shifts

Career Growth: training & advancement

Financial & Health Benefits: medical,

Exclusive Perks: discounts

Job summary

Allied Universal is seeking a Security Officer Armed Patrol Emergency Aid in Fairfax, VA to protect patients, staff, and visitors in a healthcare setting. The role involves patrolling facilities, maintaining a visible security presence, and responding to emergencies with professionalism and empathy.

This full-time position pays $21.74 per hour and includes shift coverage during daytime hours. Candidates should have at least two years of security experience, an armed guard license, and a high

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of security-related experience.
• An armed guard card or license is required.
• Be at least 21 years of age for armed roles.
• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
• A background check and drug screen may be required.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to patients, visitors and staff while following security-related procedures and site policies.
• Respond to incidents and alarms calmly; document actions per site procedures.
• Conduct regular armed patrols of healthcare buildings, parking areas, entrances, and perimeter areas.
• Monitor access points and verify credentials for restricted areas.
• Maintain post equipment and complete incident reports daily and coordinate with leadership.

Skills

Security experience

Armed license

CPR/First Aid

Age 21+

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 Patrol Emergency Aid in Fairfax, VA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Healthcare, and more. As an Armed Patrol Officer in a healthcare location, you will conduct routine patrols, maintain a visible presence to help deter incidents, and support a welcoming environment for patients, visitors, and staff. You will respond to security-related concerns, communicate professionally, and provide exceptional customer service. At Allied Universal, you will bring integrity, reliability, and teamwork to a caring culture that puts people first.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $21.74 / Hour

Job Schedule: DayTimeMon11:00 AM - 08:00 PMTue11:00 AM - 08:00 PMWed11:00 AM - 05:00 PMThur11:00 AM - 05:00 PMFri11:00 AM - 05:00 PM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to patients, visitors, staff, and contractors while carrying out security-related procedures, healthcare location policies, and emergency response activities as appropriate.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, patient or visitor disturbances, and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem-solving manner; notify appropriate personnel and document activities according to site procedures.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols of healthcare buildings, parking areas, entrances, and perimeter areas to help deter unauthorized activity and identify security-related concerns.
• Monitor access points and verify credentials or authorization for persons entering restricted areas in accordance with site-specific policies.
• Maintain required armed post equipment, complete accurate incident reports and daily activity logs, and coordinate with Allied Universal leadership and site personnel as needed.

Minimum Requirements:

• At least 2 years of security-related experience is required.
• An armed guard card or license is required.
• Ability to lift up to 20 pounds is preferred.
• CPR and First Aid 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 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.