Security Officer Armed Patrol Operations Specialist

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 Armed Patrol Operations Specialist in Washington, DC, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Tech/Media/Telecom, 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 an Armed Security Officer supporting a dynamic technology, media, and telecommunications location, you will conduct routine patrols, maintain a visible presence to help deter incidents, monitor access and activity, and respond to security-related concerns. You will provide exceptional customer service and clear communication while working collaboratively with site personnel. Join Allied Universal’s agile, reliable, innovative team, where a caring culture, teamwork, and integrity guide every shift.

Position Type: Part Time

21+ Years of Age Supervisory Experience 2+ Years' Law Enforcement/Military Police/Corrections Experience 3+ Years' Combined Law Enforcement/Corrections/Military OR 5+ Years Armed Security Experience 

Pay Rate: $37.80 / Hour

Job Schedule:

DayTimeFri09:30 AM - 06:00 PMSat09:30 AM - 06:00 PM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to clients, employees, contractors, and visitors by carrying out site-specific security-related procedures, policies, and emergency response activities at a technology, media, and telecommunications location.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols of buildings, parking areas, access points, and perimeter areas to help identify and report unusual activity, hazards, or unauthorized persons.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem-solving manner, following established site procedures and applicable laws.
• Monitor access to restricted areas, verify credentials as directed, and report access control concerns or policy violations to appropriate personnel.
• Prepare clear, accurate reports documenting patrols, incidents, observations, and actions taken during the shift.

Minimum Requirements:

• Possess at least 2 years of law enforcement, military police, or corrections experience.
• Possess supervisory experience.
• Possess at least 3 years of combined law enforcement, corrections, or military experience, or at least 5 years of armed security experience.
• X-Ray screening experience is preferred.
• Experience with handcuffs, pepper spray, and baton is preferred.
• 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

2026-1688198