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 - Media Studio Patrol Driver in Great Falls, VA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Tech/Media/Telecom, and more. As an unarmed Patrol Officer supporting a leading tech, media, and telecom location, you will monitor and patrol assigned areas, conduct routine rounds, and remain visible to help reduce security-related incidents. You will assist with access control, respond to alarms and/or calls for service, and deliver clear communication and customer service. This is a driving post, aligned with Allied Universal values of agility, reliability, innovation, teamwork, and integrity.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $27.00 / 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 and Health Benefits: Enjoy access to a retirement savings plan, plus medical, dental, vision, basic life and AD&D, and disability insurance.
• Exclusive Perks: Enjoy discounts on top brands and services through our Perks Program.

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to clients, employees, and/or visitors by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities within a technology-focused location.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, helping to de-escalate situations and notify appropriate contacts as required.
• Conduct regular and random foot patrols of interior areas, exterior grounds, parking areas, and perimeter routes to help to deter unauthorized activity and identify unusual conditions.
• Control access at designated entry points by checking identification, verifying visitor authorization, and directing guests according to site procedures.
• Monitor alarms, cameras, and/or other building systems as assigned, and report irregularities to site contacts and Allied Universal supervision.
• Complete detailed shift activity logs and incident reports, documenting observations, actions taken, and follow-up needs in a timely manner.
• Communicate clearly with site personnel, contractors, and/or first responders, providing accurate information and supporting coordinated response efforts when needed.
• Assist with key control, badge management, and/or package screening processes as directed by site policy.
• Conduct security-related checks of doors, gates, and critical areas, reporting maintenance issues, propped doors, and/or access control concerns.
• Support a professional workplace environment by enforcing site rules in a courteous manner and providing directions and general assistance to occupants and visitors.
• Operate in varying indoor and outdoor environments and changing conditions, standing and/or walking for extended periods as required by the post assignment.

Minimum Requirements:

• Have 1+ years' law enforcement experience or 2+ years' security supervisor and/or manager experience or 3+ years' security-related experience.
• A valid driver’s license is required in accordance with Allied Universal driver policy requirements.
• 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.

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