Security Officer - Armed Part Time

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 Patrol Relief in Newport News, VA
, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Manufacturing & Industrial, and more. Join a leading team where flexibility meets opportunity. As a Part‑Time Security Officer, you can build a schedule that works for you and explore new roles using our Claim a Shift platform. Learn more:  Join Allied Universal at a fast‑paced manufacturing and industrial location as an armed patrol officer.

You will monitor and patrol assigned areas, conduct routine patrols, and maintain a visible presence that can help to deter security‑related incidents. This role calls for strong customer service and clear communication while supporting a caring culture built on teamwork, integrity, and innovative, reliable service. An armed guard card and/or license is required.

Position Type:
Part Time

Pay Rate: $25.00 / Hour

• Sat: 04:00 PM - 12:00 AM
• Sun: 04:00 PM - 12:00 AM

• 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 Benefits: Participate in our retirement savings plan to invest in your future.
• Exclusive Perks: Enjoy discounts on top brands and services through our Perks Program.

• Provide customer service to employees, contractors, and/or visitors by following security‑related procedures, site‑specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities at an industrial location.
• Conduct armed foot and/or vehicle patrols of production areas, warehouses, parking areas, and perimeter points to help to deter unauthorized activity and/or identify hazards or suspicious conditions.
• Monitor and control access at gates, entrances, and/or loading dock areas, including checking identification, visitor authorization, and truck deliveries and/or shipments in accordance with post orders.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem‑solving manner, including coordinating notifications, assisting with scene control, and documenting actions taken.
• Complete detailed reports and logs of patrol activity, access control actions, incidents, and/or policy violations, and communicate relevant information to Allied Universal leadership and site contacts.

• Possess an Armed Guard Card/License.
• CPR certification is 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:

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