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 - Armed Government Site** in **Alexandria, VA** , you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government, and more. As an Armed Patrol Officer with Allied Universal, you will actively monitor and patrol government locations, maintaining a visible presence to help to deter security-related incidents. Your role includes conducting routine patrols, responding to situations as needed, and delivering outstanding customer service. This armed post offers an engaging opportunity to contribute to a secure environment while embodying our values of teamwork, integrity, and a people-first approach. **Position Type: Full Time** **Pay Rate: $26.10 / Hour** **Job Schedule:** **Day** **Time** Mon07:00 AM - 03:00 PM Tue07:00 AM - 03:00 PM Wed07:00 AM - 03:00 PM Thur07:00 AM - 03:00 PM Fri07:00 AM - 03:00 PM **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 by carrying out security-related procedures and site-specific policies, including responding to emergency situations as appropriate. + Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, following established protocols. + Conduct regular and random armed patrols throughout the location and its perimeter to help to deter unauthorized activity and observe for unusual conditions. + Monitor entrances, exits, and other access points to help to deter unauthorized entry and maintain a visible presence. + Maintain detailed logs and reports of activities, incidents, and observations in accordance with Allied Universal and client requirements. + Interact professionally with visitors, employees, and/or the public, providing assistance as needed while upholding security-related protocols. + Collaborate with law enforcement and/or emergency responders when required, supporting emergency response activities as directed. **Minimum Requirements:** + Have at least 1 year of security-related experience. + Possess an armed guard card or license. + Be at least 21 years of age. + Baton certification is preferred. + Handcuffing certification 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-related 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. **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: . 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: . **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: . 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: . **Job ID:** 2025-1486047 **Location:** United States-Virginia-Alexandria **Job Category:** Security Officer, Armed Security

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