Security Officer - Armed Tactical Patrol

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 - Armed Tactical Patrol in Leesburg, 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:  As an Armed Patrol Officer at a government location, you will monitor and patrol assigned areas, conduct routine rounds, stay visible to help to deter security-related incidents, and respond to concerns with calm, clear communication and strong customer service.

This role requires an armed guard card/license and offers a chance to bring Allied Universal values to life by being agile, reliable, innovative, people-first, and committed to integrity through teamwork.

Part Time

$20.90 / Hour

• Mon: 07:30 AM - 05:30 PM
• Wed: 07:30 AM - 05:30 PM

• 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.

• Provide customer service by following Allied Universal post orders, site‑specific policies, and security‑related procedures at a government facility, including supporting emergency response activities when appropriate.
• Maintain a visible armed presence and assist with access control by screening visitors, staff, and deliveries using approved screening methods and equipment, and/or verifying credentials and authorizations.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem‑solving manner, coordinating notifications and actions per site protocols.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of interior and exterior areas, including entrances, parking areas, and perimeter routes, to help to deter unauthorized activity.
• Document patrols, screening activity, incidents, and unusual conditions in written and/or electronic reports, and communicate observations to site contacts and Allied Universal supervision.

• Possess an armed guard card/license.
• Have 6 months or more of armed security/law enforcement/military experience.
• Be at least 21 years of age.
• CPR/First Aid is preferred.
• Experience with handcuffs/pepper spray/baton is preferred.
• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
• 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 background investigation in accordance with all federal, state, and local 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:

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