Security Officer / Guard P/T Job in Reston, Virginia US
Security Officer / Guard P/T
AlliedBarton Security Services is the industry?s premier provider of highly trained security personnel to many industries including commercial real estate, higher education, healthcare, residential communities, chemical/petrochemical, government, manufacturing and distribution, financial institutions, and shopping centers. Our more than 50,000 employees and 100 offices across the country service a client base of several thousand which includes approximately 200 Fortune 500 companies nationwide. AlliedBarton is headquartered in Conshohocken, PA, and has been American owned and managed since 1957. As the first security services company selected as one of Training magazine?s Top 125 training companies for six consecutive years, AlliedBarton offers on-the-job, web-based, and ongoing training programs for all personnel from security officers through executive level management. Our commitment to training includes industry specific programs that are customized for the security challenges in several of the markets we serve. AlliedBarton?s focus on Human Capital Management moves employee growth and satisfaction to the forefront of all company initiatives. By utilizing employee retention programs and promotions from within, AlliedBarton is able to foster a culture of quality security officers and continuous customer satisfaction. AlliedBarton security officers adhere to quality standards designed to provide unparalleled service. Our security officers are proactive, responsive and ready to meet our client?s needs. At AlliedBarton, quality starts and ends with our Security Officers. It?s their professionalism, competence and commitment that make the difference. Job Responsibilities: ? Patrol facility or man post as instructed and serve as a general security presence and visible deterrent to crime. ? Report all incidents, accidents or medical emergencies. ? Be in contact with the public on a daily basis, in person and over the phone. ? Write reports clearly and concisely. Maintain a daily incident log. Computer skills are required. Qualifications: ? Must be at least 18 years of age or older as required by applicable law or contractual requirements. ? Must have a DCJS security officer license, or ability to obtain one through AlliedBarton. ? Must have a high school diploma or GED, or at least 10 years of verifiable employment history. ? At least one verifiable employer. ? At least one year of experience in security, military, or law enforcement is preferred. ? No criminal convictions as specified under AlliedBarton guidelines. ? Ability to communicate effectively in English both orally and in writing for the purpose of public interaction and report writing. ? Authorized to work in the United States. ? Ability to perform essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation. Standing, sitting, walking for hours at a time, lifting, climbing stairs, working indoors or outdoors, and using a computer are all requirements. ? Negative result on pre-employment drug test. ? Successful completion of AlliedBarton?s Security Officer Basic Course exam. ? Ability to provide quality customer service and answer phone calls from customers. We offer an attractive compensation package including competitive hourly wage, benefits, free training and opportunities for advancement. AlliedBarton is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V.