Security Officer - District School

Company 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.

Allied Universal® is hiring a District School Security Officer. The Armed School Security Officer in our District School Security Officer (DSSO) Program is a trusted presence on K–12 campuses, ensuring safety, building relationships, and supporting the community.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Serve as a visible and active presence on campus, addressing behavior, safety, and social concerns
• Conduct routine patrols of school facilities, including buildings and parking areas
• Operate security systems such as alarms and surveillance equipment
• Provide guidance and support to students to help maintain a positive educational environment
• Coordinate security efforts for extracurricular events and crowd management
• Collaborate with local law enforcement on incidents that could impact school safety
• Complete reports, logs, and documentation accurately and on time

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Armed Security Guard Certification in the state of Washington
• Post hire, able to complete state required District School Security Officer (DSSO) Training Program
• Minimum of three (3) years of armed security experience, preferably in an educational campus environment
• Must be 21 years of age or older, if required by the state
• Critical thinking skills
• Demonstrated ability to exercise sound judgement and handle sensitive matters with discretion
• Excellent oral and written interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to mediate conflict with tact and diplomacy

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Law enforcement or military experience

BENEFITS:

• Medical, dental, vision, basic life, AD&D, and disability insurance
• Company's retirement plans
• Seven holidays annually paid at time and a half, if worked
• 40 hours of vacation after one year of employment at eligible work assignments; unused vacation is only paid out where required by law

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.