Security Officer

2 weeks ago

Washington, Washington, D.C., United States Allied Universal® Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Security Officer to join our team at Allied Universal. As a Security Officer, you will be responsible for ensuring the safety and security of our facilities and clients. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a dynamic and diverse environment, where you will have the chance to make a real difference in the lives of others.

Key Responsibilities
  • Provide high-quality security services to protect people and property
  • Maintain proficiency in the use of all assigned protective equipment, restraint devices, and weapons
  • Report safety concerns, security breaches, and unusual circumstances both verbally and in writing
  • Preserve order and enforce regulations and directives for the site pertaining to personnel, visitors, and premises
  • Monitor closed-circuit television systems and alarms; report safety concerns, security breaches, and unusual circumstances both verbally and in writing
  • Maintain awareness and familiarity with the site-specific operations performance manual and post orders
  • Meet and continue to meet any applicable state, county, and municipal licensing and permit requirements for Armed Security Officers and specific protective device and weapons qualifications
  • Build, improve, and maintain effective relationships with both client employees and guests
  • Answer questions and assist guests and employees; answer phones or greet guests/employees in a professional, welcoming manner
  • Patrol the facility on foot or in a vehicle
  • May be required to work for multiple clients at multiple locations; covering special projects, call-offs, vacations, and open shifts
Requirements
  • High school diploma or equivalent required; at least 21 years of age
  • Licensing requirements are subject to state and/or local laws and regulations and may be required prior to employment
  • Be able to obtain a valid Guard License as required in the state for which you are applying, maintain current active status of all required License at all times, and must carry the License at all times while on duty. We provide free training for any hires who do not possess a card/license.
  • Current state driver's license, clean driving record (no points in prior 3 years), minimum level of insurance as required by Company policy, and ability to safely operate a vehicle required.
  • As a condition of employment, employee must successfully complete a background investigation and a post-offer/pre-employment drug/alcohol test and may be required to pass a Driver's Record check.
  • Energetic and focused personality with a demonstrated ability to take initiative, successfully handle and prioritize multiple competing assignments, and effectively manage deadlines.
  • Ability to handle both common and crisis situations at the client site, calmly and efficiently.
  • Professional, articulate, and able to use good independent judgment and discretion. Must have proven ability to maintain correspondence, discussions, and materials in strictest confidence. Must be able to work overtime as needed.
  • Must possess effective oral and written communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to successfully interact at all levels of personnel and the general public in a professional and effective manner, including with clients.
  • Have intermediate computer skills to operate innovative wireless technology at client-specific sites.
  • Highly organized and ability to follow procedures concisely and consistently; high level of compliance and unwavering integrity to oversee and ensure policies are enforced in a self-directed environment.
  • Must be able to frequently prepare reports and read and understand all operating procedures and instructions.
Physical/Mental Requirements and Working Environment
  • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use both hands, is frequently required to stand, sit, stoop, talk, and hear (communicate verbally in person and via regular telephone equipment), and must be able to read computer screens, correspondence, and reports in English.
  • The employee must constantly walk, stand, reach with both hands and arms, and must be able to drive a vehicle. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds. May be required to climb stairs on an intermittent basis at client sites.
  • Constant use of eyes (correctable vision to normal level required) to observe, read, interact with public and co-workers, view security monitors; includes hand/eye coordination.
  • Work in various environments including adverse outdoor conditions such as cold, rain, or heat.
  • Must be able to focus and multi-task in a busy environment, with the ability to successfully handle stressful situations in a calm and professional manner. Includes being able to effectively manage multiple employees with diverse personalities and engage them to perform at optimum levels.
  • Remain flexible to ever-changing environments; adapt well to different situations.
  • Must be able to clearly speak, read, and write English.

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 any questions regarding Equal Employment Opportunity, Affirmative Action, Diversity and Inclusion, have difficulty using the online system and require an alternate method to apply, or require an accommodation at any time during the recruitment and/or employment process, please contact our local Human Resources department. To find an office near you, please visit: www.aus.com/offices.

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