Security Officer Full Time Emergency Dispatch Desk

Allied Universal; Sterling (VA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart Tools access to claim shifts

Career Growth opportunities

Retirement and health benefits

Job summary

Allied Universal is seeking a Security Officer for the Emergency Dispatch Desk in Sterling, VA. You will support a range of clients by coordinating security communications, monitoring access, and documenting incidents at a commercial real estate location.

The role focuses on delivering exceptional customer service, maintaining logs, and coordinating responses with onsite teams. A background in security and a valid driver's license for driving positions may be required.

Qualifications

• At least 6 months of security-related experience.
• Access control and badge experience is preferred.
• Alarm panel experience is preferred.
• Comfort using a computer or tablet is preferred.
• Be at least 18 years of age for unarmed roles; 21+ for armed roles.
• Background check and drug screening required by law.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to tenants, visitors, vendors, and onsite personnel by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and emergency response activities at a commercial real estate location.
• Monitor dispatch communications, receive and document service requests, and coordinate the response of onsite personnel to routine incidents, alarms, and critical situations.
• Maintain accurate logs and incident reports, including details of calls received, actions taken, personnel dispatched, and follow-up notifications.
• Communicate professionally with building management, emergency responders, and onsite teams while responding to incidents in a calm, problem-solving manner.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of assigned areas and the property perimeter, as required by site procedures, and report security-related concerns.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Security-related experience

Access control

Alarm panel experience

Computer or tablet

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 Location

US-VA-Sterling

Job Description

As a Security Officer Full Time Emergency Dispatch Desk in Sterling, VA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Commercial Real Estate, and more. As a Dispatch Professional at a commercial real estate location, you will coordinate security-related communications, monitor access control and alarm activity, document incidents, and support response efforts. You will help maintain awareness across the property while providing exceptional customer service and clear communication. Join Allied Universal, where an agile, reliable, innovative team puts people first, delivers through teamwork, and acts with integrity.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $23.36 / Hour

Job Schedule

Workdays Available: Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday. Shifts Available: Overnight. Business Unit: AUS.

• Wed: 10:00 PM - 06:00 AM
• Thur: 10:00 PM - 06:00 AM
• Fri: 10:00 PM - 06:00 AM
• Sat: 10:00 PM - 06:00 AM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to tenants, visitors, vendors, and onsite personnel by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and emergency response activities at a commercial real estate location.
• Monitor dispatch communications, receive and document service requests, and coordinate the response of onsite personnel to routine incidents, alarms, and critical situations.
• Maintain accurate logs and incident reports, including details of calls received, actions taken, personnel dispatched, and follow-up notifications.
• Communicate professionally with building management, emergency responders, and onsite teams while responding to incidents in a calm, problem-solving manner.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of assigned areas and the property perimeter, as required by site procedures, and report security-related concerns.

Minimum Requirements:

• Possess supervisory experience.
• Possess at least 6 months of security-related experience.
• Access control and badge experience is preferred.
• Alarm panel experience is preferred.
• Comfort using a computer or tablet 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.

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.

Requisition ID

2026-1677693