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 - Dispatch Console Operator in Sterling, VA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Tech/Media/Telecom, 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 a Dispatch Officer with Allied Universal at a fast-paced tech location, you will coordinate security-related calls, monitor alarms and cameras, manage access control and badging requests, and communicate updates to on-site teams. You will document incidents, support visitors and employees with professional service, and help keep operations running smoothly. Join a caring, agile team that acts with integrity, delivers through teamwork, and brings innovative solutions.

Position Type: Part Time

Pay Rate: $23.18 / 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 clients at a tech and/or telecom location by following Allied Universal security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities.
• Monitor alarm panels, CCTV, access control alerts, and communication channels; dispatch officers and/or notify site contacts and emergency services per post orders.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, gathering key details, prioritizing calls for service, and providing timely updates to stakeholders.
• Maintain accurate dispatch logs, incident reports, and call documentation; track officer status, keys and/or badge activity as assigned, and escalate irregularities through the chain of command.
• Coordinate regular and random patrol coverage around the business and perimeter, adjust patrol assignments based on activity and alerts, and document findings for follow-up.

Minimum Requirements:

• Have at least 1 or more years of security-related experience.
• A Guard Card and/or license is preferred.
• Being comfortable using a computer and/or tablet is preferred.
• Access control and/or badge experience is preferred.
• CPR and/or First Aid 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.