Security Officer Credential Desk

Allied Universal; Sterling (VA); On-site; USD 26,174 - 30,307; Part time

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Job summary

Allied Universal is seeking a Part-Time Security Officer at our Sterling, VA location to monitor entry points, verify credentials, and support access control procedures in a technology-focused environment.

You will perform routine patrols, assist visitors and employees, and respond calmly to incidents, delivering dependable service and security. This role offers a flexible schedule and opportunities to grow within a leading security company.

Qualifications

• 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 and drug screen require compliance with laws.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to clients, visitors, and employees by carrying out site-specific procedures, access control protocols, and when appropriate, emergency response activities.
• Monitor entry and exit points, verify credentials and/or visitor authorizations, and deter unauthorized access to restricted areas.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, documenting relevant details and communicating with site contacts as needed.
• Conduct regular and random patrols around the business and perimeter, observing for unusual activity and security concerns.
• Support day-to-day front entry and lobby operations by managing visitor check-in processes, deliveries, and reporting security concerns.

Skills

Customer service

Access control

Patrols

Communication

Emergency response

Visitor management

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Claim a Shift platform

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.

As a Security Officer Credential Desk in Sterling, VA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Tech/Media/Telecom, 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. Join Allied Universal at a dynamic technology location where you will monitor entry points, verify credentials, and support access control procedures that help to deter incidents. You will remain visible, conduct routine patrols, and deliver outstanding customer service and communication. Guided by a caring culture, teamwork, reliability, agility, innovation, and integrity, you will play an important role in daily security-related operations.

Position Type: Part Time

Pay Rate: $19.29 / Hour

Job Schedule:

• Tues: 12:00 AM - 08:00 AM
• Wed: 12:00 AM - 08:00 AM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to clients, visitors, and employees by carrying out site-specific procedures, access control protocols, and when appropriate, emergency response activities.
• Monitor entry and exit points, verify credentials and/or visitor authorizations, and help to deter unauthorized access to restricted areas within the location.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, documenting relevant details and communicating with site contacts as needed.
• Conduct regular and random patrols around the business and perimeter, observing for unusual activity, facility concerns, and other security-related matters in a technology-focused location.
• Support day-to-day front entry and lobby operations by managing visitor check-in processes, directing deliveries, and reporting security-related concerns according to site policies.

Minimum Requirements:

• 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 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.