Security Officer - Dispatch Communications

Overview

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.

Job Description

As a Security Officer Full Time Dispatch Communications in Sterling, VA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Financial Institutions, and more. As a Dispatch Professional supporting a financial institution, you will monitor alarm and access-control activity, coordinate responses to security-related incidents, and maintain clear communication with personnel and emergency responders. Your professionalism and customer service will help create a welcoming, secure environment while supporting a caring, agile, reliable, and innovative team that delivers with integrity.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $28.50 / Hour

Job Schedule:

DayTimeMon02:00 PM - 10:00 PMTue10:00 PM - 06:00 AMWed10:00 PM - 06:00 AMThur10:00 PM - 06:00 AMSun02:00 PM - 10:00 PM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to employees, visitors, and vendors at a financial institution by carrying out site-specific security-related procedures, policies, and emergency response activities.
• Monitor dispatch communications, receive and document service requests, and coordinate the appropriate response to security-related incidents, alarms, and critical situations.
• Maintain accurate logs, incident reports, and dispatch records, communicating relevant information to site personnel and Allied Universal leadership as needed.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, following established escalation and notification procedures.
• Monitor access points, cameras, alarms, and other security-related systems as assigned, helping to deter unauthorized activity and support orderly operations.

Minimum Requirements:

• Have at least two years of law enforcement, military police, or corrections experience.
• Alarm panel experience is preferred.
• Comfort using a computer or tablet is preferred.
• Access control and badge experience is preferred.
• Customer service experience is preferred.
• 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.

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.

Closing

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.

Requisition ID

2026-1716807