Security Officer - Part Time Unarmed Patrol Presence

Allied Universal; Sterling (VA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart tools

Career growth

Financial benefits

Perks program

Job summary

Allied Universal is seeking a Security Officer – Part Time Enhanced in Sterling, VA. The role offers fixed shifts with the option to pick up extra shifts to increase earnings, and requires a background check and drug screen where permitted by law. This position emphasizes customer service and access control at a technology infrastructure site.

Pay rate is $23.18 per hour. The job includes a six-month anchor shift commitment, and opportunities to grow into more shifts or a full-time schedule up

Qualifications

• Customer service experience preferred.
• Access control and badge experience preferred.
• Must be at least 18 years old for unarmed roles; 21+ for armed roles.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Background investigation required by law.
• Drug screen required where permitted by law.
• Licensing requirements may apply.
• Driver's license required for driving positions only.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to clients and follow security procedures at a technology infrastructure location.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, access concerns, and critical situations calmly.
• Conduct regular unarmed patrols of the facility, perimeter, and parking areas.
• Monitor access points and verify credentials per site procedures.
• Communicate professionally with site personnel, visitors, contractors, and leadership.

Skills

Customer service

Access control

Badge experience

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

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.

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

As a Security Officer Enhanced Part Time Unarmed Patrol Presence in Sterling, 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: $23.18 / Hour

Job Schedule:

Thur 07:00 AM - 05:00 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 clients by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and, when appropriate, emergency response activities at a technology infrastructure location.


• Respond to incidents, alarms, access concerns, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, following established escalation procedures.


• Conduct regular and random unarmed patrols of the facility, perimeter, parking areas, and exterior access points to help identify and report unusual activity or maintenance concerns.


• Monitor access points and visitor activity, verify credentials as directed by site procedures, and maintain accurate activity and incident documentation.


• Communicate professionally with site personnel, visitors, contractors, and Allied Universal leadership regarding security-related observations and operational needs.

Minimum Requirements:

• Customer service experience is preferred.


• Access control and badge experience 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 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.