Security Officer Patrol Sentinel

Allied Universal • Washington, DC

2d • $23 • Onsite

About The Position

As a Security Officer Patrol Sentinel in Washington, DC, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Cultural Institutions, and more. Join Allied Universal as an unarmed patrol officer at a renowned cultural institution, where you will monitor and patrol assigned areas, remain visible to help deter security-related incidents, and support a welcoming experience for guests and staff. This role blends customer service, communication, and teamwork in a dynamic location, backed by a caring culture that values agility, reliability, innovation, and integrity.

Requirements

• Be at least 21 years of age.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to visitors, staff, and/or vendors by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities at a cultural institution location.
• Respond to incidents, visitor concerns, and critical situations in a calm, professional, and problem-solving manner, documenting observations and reporting security-related issues to site leadership.
• Conduct regular and random patrols throughout galleries, exhibit areas, public spaces, staff areas, and the perimeter to help support site policies and help to deter unwanted activity.
• Monitor entrances, exits, and other designated areas to help control access, observe visitor activity, and report unusual conditions, maintenance concerns, and/or policy violations.
• Assist with crowd management, wayfinding, and special event support while maintaining a professional presence and following post orders and Allied Universal standards.

Benefits

• 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 This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees