Security Officer - Patrol Access

Allied Universal; Arlington (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 in Arlington, VA is seeking a part-time Security Officer Patrol Access Credential Records to safeguard clients, monitor access, and maintain a visible presence. The role emphasizes customer service, incident reporting, and collaboration with site teams.

The position offers flexible weekend night shifts, opportunities to learn new roles through our platform, and a team focused on integrity and community safety.

Qualifications

• Customer service experience is preferred.
• Access control and badge experience is preferred.
• Comfortable using a computer or tablet is preferred.
• A guard card or license is preferred.
• Be at least 18 years of age for unarmed roles; 21+ for armed roles.
• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Background check required under law.
• Drug screen required where permitted by law.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to clients, visitors, and facility users while following site-specific protocols.
• Conduct regular and random unarmed patrols of parking areas, access points, transportation facilities, and perimeters.
• Monitor activity, assist with access control processes, and report concerns to responsible personnel.
• Respond to incidents calmly and follow site protocols, contacting emergency services when needed.
• Prepare accurate reports and communicate with leadership and site representatives.

Skills

Customer service

Access control

Badge experience

Night/weekend shifts

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Computer/tablet usage

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 Patrol Access Credential Records in Arlington, VA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Transportation, 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. As a Patrol Unarmed Officer at a transportation location, you will conduct routine patrols, maintain a visible presence to help deter incidents, monitor access points, and support a welcoming environment for visitors and employees. You will provide exceptional customer service, communicate clearly, and respond to security-related concerns with professionalism. Join Allied Universal’s agile, reliable, and innovative team, where people come first and integrity guides every interaction.

Position Type: Part Time

Pay Rate: $21.84 / Hour

Job Schedule:

• Sat 10:00 PM - 06:00 AM
• Sun 10:00 PM - 06:00 AM

What You'll Do

• Provide customer service to clients, visitors, and parking facility users while carrying out site-specific security-related procedures, policies, and emergency response activities as appropriate.
• Conduct regular and random unarmed patrols of parking areas, access points, transportation facilities, and surrounding perimeters to help identify and report unusual conditions.
• Monitor vehicle and pedestrian activity, assist with access control processes, and report parking-related concerns or facility issues to appropriate personnel.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, following site-specific protocols and contacting emergency services when needed.
• Prepare accurate reports and maintain clear communication with Allied Universal leadership and site representatives regarding incidents, observations, and daily activities.

Minimum Requirements

• Customer service experience is preferred.
• Access control and badge experience is preferred.
• Comfortable using a computer or tablet is preferred.
• A guard card or license 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.