Security Officer - Part Time Armed Patrol

Allied Universal; Reston (VA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart Tools

Career Growth

Financial Benefits

Exclusive Perks

Job summary

Allied Universal is seeking a Security Officer Enhanced Part Time Armed in Reston, VA. This role offers fixed anchor shifts with additional shifts available through a scheduling platform to boost earnings. The position is designed for part‑time hours with potential progression toward full-time, up to 40 hours per week.

Pay rate is $21.74 per hour. Schedule includes Saturdays 10:00 AM - 06:00 PM. Candidates should have an armed guard card, related experience, and a valid firearms permit where

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of security-related experience.
• Armed guard card/license required.
• Ability to lift up to 20 pounds.
• Baton certification is preferred.
• Valid firearms permit preferred.
• Minimum age 21 for armed roles.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service while executing security procedures in a healthcare location.
• Respond calmly to incidents, emergencies, and critical situations.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of healthcare buildings, entrances, and parking areas.
• Monitor access points and observe activity per site procedures.
• Document incidents and communications for supervisors and site personnel.

Skills

Security experience

Armed guard license

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Security Officer - Part Time Armed Patrol

Job Locations

US-VA-Reston

Job Details

Category: Security Officer Level

Workdays Available: Monday - Friday, Saturday - Sunday

Shifts Available: Morning, Afternoon, Evening, Overnight

Business Unit: AUS

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

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 your income, gain hands-on experience, or work toward a full-time career with the industry leader.

As a Security Officer Enhanced Part Time Armed in Reston, 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: $21.74 / Hour

Job Schedule:

Sat: 10:00 AM - 06:00 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 patients, visitors, staff, and/or vendors while carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and emergency response activities in a healthcare location.
• Respond to incidents, medical emergencies, and other critical situations in a calm, professional, problem-solving manner, following established protocols and notifying appropriate personnel.
• Conduct regular and random unarmed patrols of healthcare buildings, entrances, parking areas, and perimeter locations to help to deter unauthorized activity and identify potential concerns.
• Monitor access points and observe visitor, staff, and delivery activity in accordance with site-specific procedures.
• Document incidents, observations, and completed patrols accurately and communicate relevant information to supervisors and site personnel.

Minimum Requirements

• Possess at least 2 years of security-related experience.
• Possess an armed guard card or license.
• Preferred qualification: ability to lift up to 20 pounds.
• Preferred qualification: baton certification.
• Preferred qualification: a valid firearms permit.
• 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.

Requisition ID

2026-1658311