Allied Universal

Security Officer - Armed Ready


Pay$18.15 / hour
LocationFairfax Station/Virginia
Employment typePart-Time

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  • Job Description

      Req#: 1184606

      Overview

      Allied Universal®, North America’s leading security and facility services company, provides rewarding careers that give you a sense of purpose. While working in a dynamic, diverse and inclusive workplace, you will be part of a team that fuels a culture that will reflect in our communities and customers we serve. We offer medical, dental and vision coverage, life insurance, retirement plan, employee assistance programs, company discounts, perks and more for most full-time positions!

      Job Description

      As an Armed Security Officer you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Commercial Real Estate, Healthcare, Education, Government and more.

      If you are currently unarmed with experience and desire to transition into a "armed" career, look no further, this is the job for you!

      *** Must Have a Valid Unarmed and Armed Security Guard License in the State of Virginia ***

      *** Must have a minimum of 2 years of experience within security ***

      *** 21 years of age and at least a High School diploma or equivalent ***

      ***Must be able to pass a Polygraph***

      Days and Shift Available:

      Saturday - Sunday

      Part-Time

      Morning

      (0800-1700)

      Starting pay: $18.15 per hour

      Apply Today!

      Join our team and embrace the opportunity for growth and development

      Responsibilities:

      • Provide customer service to our clients by carrying out safety and security procedures, site-specific policies and when appropriate, emergency response activities
      • Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem solving manner
      • Conduct regular and random patrols around the business and perimeter. Working environments and conditions may vary by client site.

      Minimum Requirements:

      • Be at least 21 years of age for armed roles
      • Possess a high school diploma or equivalent, or 5 years of verifiable experience
      • 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/safety 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

      Perks and Benefits:

      • Health insurance and 401k plans for full-time positions
      • Schedules that fit with your personal life goals
      • Ongoing paid training programs and career growth opportunities
      • Employee discounts through our perks program to your favorite restaurants, entertainment venues and much more…

      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 any questions regarding Equal Employment Opportunity, Affirmative Action, Diversity and Inclusion, have difficulty using the online system and require an alternate method to apply, or require an accommodation at any time during the recruitment and/or employment process, please contact our local Human Resources department. To find an office near you, please visit: www.aus.com/offices.

      Requisition ID

      2024-1184606
  • About the company

      Our relationships with our employees and clients are at the heart of everything we do, each and every day. Our national reach and local presence covers the continent. Every day, over 200,000 Allied Universal security professionals head to work prepared to secure and care for the people and businesses in our communities. They are responsible for protecting more than 42,000 client sites across North America covering multiple specialty sectors such as Higher Education, Healthcare, and Corporate Campuses.