Security Officer Armed - Flex

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 - Flex Armed Federal Site in Leesburg, VA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government, and more. Join a leading team where flexibility meets opportunity. As a Flex 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. Join Allied Universal as an armed patrol officer at a government location, where you will monitor and patrol assigned areas, conduct routine rounds, and maintain a visible presence that may help to deter security-related incidents. You will communicate clearly with staff and visitors, document observations, and respond to situations with professionalism and integrity. Bring your armed guard card/license and be part of an agile, reliable team that puts people first.

Position Type: Flex

Pay Rate: $20.90 / Hour

Job Schedule:

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.

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to visitors, staff, and contractors by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities at a government location.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including medical situations, disturbances, alarms, and other unplanned events.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols of buildings, public areas, and the perimeter; working environments and conditions may vary by assignment and post orders.
• Operate entry screening posts, including monitoring walk-through metal detectors and x-ray systems, checking bags and packages, and addressing prohibited items per site policy.
• Control access by verifying identification, managing visitor logs, issuing badges, and directing visitors to appropriate departments while following government facility procedures.
• Monitor cameras, alarms, radio traffic, and other security-related systems and/or communications equipment; report unusual activity according to post orders.
• Complete written and/or electronic reports, including incident reports, daily activity logs, and patrol documentation, with clear and accurate details.
• Coordinate with site management, Allied Universal leadership, and local law enforcement and/or emergency services as needed to address incidents and support investigations.
• Maintain readiness for armed post duties by following firearms handling procedures, complying with licensing and qualification requirements, and storing equipment per policy.
• Support orderly movement of visitors and staff by providing directions, managing lines at screening points, and addressing questions or concerns in a professional manner.
• Assist with enforcing site rules and posted restrictions to help to deter unauthorized access, theft, and/or disruptive behavior.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Allied Universal and site leadership consistent with post orders.

Minimum Requirements:

• - Possess an armed guard card/license.
• - Have 6 months or more of armed security-related, law enforcement, and/or military experience.
• - Be at least 21 years of age.
• - 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.
• 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.

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.

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