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 - Flex Armed Footbeat in Alexandria, 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 Flex 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. Join Allied Universal at a government transit location as an armed patrol officer. You will conduct routine foot and/or vehicle patrols, stay highly visible to help to deter security-related incidents, and support access control with professional communication. You will respond to reports, document activity, and assist employees and visitors with customer-focused service. Bring integrity and teamwork to a caring culture that is agile, reliable, and innovative.

Position Type: Flex

Pay Rate: $20.71 / 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 passengers, visitors, and/or staff by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities at a government transportation location.
• Conduct armed foot and/or vehicle patrols of stations, platforms, parking areas, and perimeter routes; document unusual conditions and help to deter prohibited activity.
• Monitor access points and restricted areas; verify identification, badges, and/or permits as required; assist with screening or controlled entry procedures per post orders.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including disturbances, trespassing, suspicious items, and/or medical calls; coordinate with local law enforcement and/or transit personnel when needed.
• Complete detailed reports, incident logs, and shift documentation; communicate status updates and observations to Allied Universal supervision and/or site contacts.

Minimum Requirements:

• An armed guard card/license is required.
• Experience with handcuffs, pepper spray, and/or baton is preferred.
• Being comfortable using a computer or tablet is preferred.
• Access control and/or badge experience is preferred.
• Customer service experience 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 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: 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.