Security Officer - Armed Hospital Patrol Driver

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 Hospital Patrol Driver in Fairfax, VA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Healthcare, and more. Join Allied Universal at a healthcare location where you will conduct mobile patrols, perform security-related rounds, and respond to incidents with calm, clear communication. This is a driving post requiring a valid driver's license, and an armed post requiring an armed guard card or license. You will help to deter unwanted activity through a visible presence, detailed reporting, and teamwork that reflects our agile, reliable, and people-first culture.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $21.90 / 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 patients, visitors, and/or staff by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities within a healthcare location.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including assisting with de-escalation and coordinating notifications to Allied Universal leadership and/or on-site contacts.
• Conduct regular and random unarmed patrols of interior areas, entrances, parking areas, and the property perimeter to help to deter unwanted activity and identify hazards or unusual conditions.
• Monitor access points, assist with visitor direction and/or sign-in procedures, and report unauthorized persons, suspicious behavior, or policy violations to the appropriate parties.
• Complete detailed incident reports, patrol logs, and shift documentation; communicate relevant information during shift transitions to support continuity of operations.

Minimum Requirements:

• Have at least 2 years of security-related experience.
• A valid driver's license is required in the state where the job is located.
• Possess an armed guard card and/or license.
• Be at least 21 years of age.
• 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: www.aus.com.

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