Security Officer - Unarmed Patrol Route Observation

Allied Universal; Falls Church (VA); On-site; USD 20,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart Tools

Career Growth

Retirement Savings

Perks Program

Job summary

Allied Universal, Falls Church, VA, is seeking a part-time Security Officer (Unarmed) to patrol retail areas and surrounding grounds, deter incidents, and provide a welcoming customer experience. You will monitor access points, respond to incidents, and document activities with precision.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, a valid driver’s license for driving positions, and the ability to pass a background check and drug screen.

Qualifications

• Customer service oriented security professional.
• Background checks and drug screening as required by law.

Responsibilities

• Conduct regular unarmed patrols of retail areas, parking lots, and perimeters to deter incidents.
• Respond calmly to incidents and customer concerns following escalation procedures.
• Monitor access points and report suspicious activity to management.
• Maintain accurate logs and shift communications as required by policy.

Skills

Customer service

Patrol procedures

Access control

Incident reporting

Unarmed security

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Computer/Tablet

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 Description

As a Security Officer Unarmed Patrol Route Observation in Falls Church, VA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Retail/Malls, 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 Driving Unarmed Security Officer at a retail and mall location, you will conduct routine vehicle and foot patrols, maintain a visible presence to help deter incidents, and support a welcoming environment for shoppers, tenants, and visitors. You will provide exceptional customer service, communicate clearly, and respond to security-related concerns with integrity. Join Allied Universal’s agile, reliable team, where caring for people and teamwork drive every shift.

Position Type: Part Time

Pay Rate: $17.50 / Hour

Job Schedule:

DayTimeWed11:00 PM - 07:00 AMThur11:00 PM - 07:00 AMFri11:00 PM - 07:00 AM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to tenants, shoppers, visitors, and staff by carrying out security-related procedures, location-specific policies, and, when appropriate, emergency response activities.
• Conduct regular and random unarmed patrols throughout retail common areas, parking areas, exterior perimeter, and other assigned locations to help identify unusual conditions and help deter unauthorized activity.
• Respond to incidents, customer concerns, and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem-solving manner, following established escalation and reporting procedures.
• Monitor access points, observe activity within assigned areas, and report suspicious behavior, property concerns, or policy violations to appropriate personnel.
• Maintain accurate activity logs, incident reports, and shift communications in accordance with Allied Universal and location requirements.

Minimum Requirements:

• A valid driver’s license is required in accordance with Allied Universal driver policy requirements.
• Comfortable using a computer or tablet is preferred.
• Customer service experience is preferred.
• A guard card/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.

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.