Security Officer - Armed SPO

Security Officer - Armed SPO License required at Allied Universal summary:

Armed Security Officer responsible for patrolling and protecting a government transportation site in Washington, DC. Duties include armed patrols, access control, incident response, reporting, and customer service while following post orders and safety procedures. Requires at least 1 year of armed security/military/law enforcement experience, relevant licensing, background check, and possible drug screen.

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 Civic Patrol in Washington, DC, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government, and more. As an Armed Patrol Officer with Allied Universal at a government location, you will monitor and patrol assigned areas, conduct routine patrols, stay highly visible to help reduce security-related incidents, and respond to situations with calm, professional communication.

You will support access control, report and document activity, and deliver a customer-focused presence aligned with our agile, reliable, innovative culture that puts people first, works as one team, and acts with integrity.

Position Type:
Full Time

Pay Rate: $32.63 / 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 riders, visitors, and staff by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities at a government transportation location.
• Perform armed patrol duties by conducting regular and random patrols of platforms, mezzanines, entrances, parking areas, and perimeter zones to help to deter unauthorized activity and/or damage to property.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including disturbances, medical events, and/or suspicious activity, and request assistance from local responders when needed.
• Control access to restricted areas by monitoring entry points, verifying credentials as required, and completing security-related screening and/or bag checks when assigned by post orders.
• Document security-related activity by completing written and/or electronic reports, preserving observations for follow-up, and communicating conditions, hazards, and/or maintenance issues to the appropriate personnel.

Minimum Requirements:

• Have at least 1 year of armed security, law enforcement, and/or military experience.
• Be at least 21 years of age.
• A state, county, or city issued security license is preferred.
• CPR certification is preferred.
• Handcuffs, pepper spray, and/or baton are 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:

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