Security Officer - 21+ Patrol Rounds

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 - 21+ Patrol Rounds in Lorton, 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 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 unarmed Patrol Officer with Allied Universal at a government location, you will complete routine patrols of stations, platforms, and surrounding areas, stay highly visible to help to deter security-related incidents, and respond to reports with calm, professional communication. You will assist visitors and staff, document activity, and coordinate with site personnel while supporting a caring, people-first culture built on integrity, teamwork, and innovation.

Position Type: Part Time

Pay Rate: $23.41 / 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 all persons on site by following Allied Universal security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and/or emergency response activities at a government location.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and/or requests for assistance in a calm, problem-solving manner; contact site leadership and/or public emergency services as needed.
• Conduct regular and random foot patrols of assigned areas, including interior spaces, entrances, and the perimeter; working environments and conditions may vary by location.
• Control access by monitoring entry points, verifying authorized entry, directing visitors, and maintaining orderly lines and/or queues when applicable.
• Document patrol activities, incidents, and observations in written and/or electronic reports; communicate relevant information to supervisors and/or site personnel.

Minimum Requirements:

• Have at least 1 year of security-related experience.
• Be at least 21 years of age.
• CPR certification 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.

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.