Security Officer - Flex On Call

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 Utility Patrol in FAIRFAX, VA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Utilities, 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 utilities location where you will monitor and patrol assigned areas, complete routine rounds, and stay visible to help deter security-related incidents. You will observe activity, document findings, support access points as needed, and respond to requests with clear communication and customer-focused service. Backed by a caring culture that puts people first, you will deliver through teamwork while acting with integrity, agility, reliability, and innovation.

Position Type: Flex

Pay Rate: $17.60 / 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 facility employees, contractors, and visitors by following Allied Universal security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including alarms, unusual conditions, and reports of suspicious activity.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of buildings, grounds, parking areas, and perimeter points to help to deter unauthorized access and/or property damage.
• Monitor access points, gates, and restricted areas; verify identification and/or work authorization as required by site procedures.
• Control visitor and contractor entry by issuing credentials, maintaining visitor logs, and directing individuals to the appropriate location in accordance with site policy.
• Perform vehicle patrols and/or foot patrols as assigned, documenting observations and escalating concerns through the established chain of communication.
• Observe and report conditions that may impact facility operations, including unsecured doors, damaged fencing, lighting outages, and other irregularities.
• Receive and dispatch calls for service using radios, phones, and/or other communication tools; coordinate with site contacts and public responders as directed.
• Complete detailed written reports of patrol activities, incidents, and observations before the end of shift.
• Support site emergency procedures such as evacuations, shelter-in-place, and accountability processes as directed by post orders.

Minimum Requirements:

• Customer service experience is preferred.
• Being comfortable using a computer or tablet is preferred.
• Access control and/or badge experience is preferred.
• CPR and/or First Aid certification is preferred.
• This is primarily a driving post.
• 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.