Security Guard - Armed Patrol Government

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.

Security Guard - Armed Patrol Government Sector (Washington, DC) – a Part‑Time position.

Position Type: Part Time

Pay Rate: $31.83 / Hour

Job Schedule: Sat 06:00 AM – 03:00 PM;
Sun 02:00 PM – 02:00 AM

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• 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 carrying out security‑related procedures, site‑specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities at government locations.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem‑solving manner while maintaining a professional presence.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols around the premises and perimeter to help deter unauthorized activity and support a secure environment.
• Monitor access points and verify identification to help maintain authorized entry within the location.
• Prepare detailed incident and patrol reports in accordance with Allied Universal and client requirements.
• Collaborate with local law enforcement and/or emergency responders as needed during incidents or emergencies.
• Remain alert to unusual activities or conditions and report concerns promptly to the appropriate personnel.

• Have at least 1 year of armed security, law enforcement, or military experience.
• 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:

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