Security Officer - Armed

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 Civic Patrol Driver in Richmond, VA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government, and more. As an Armed Patrol Officer with Allied Universal at a government location, you will conduct routine patrols and visibility rounds, respond to incidents, and support a professional, service-focused environment through clear communication. This post requires a valid driver's license and an armed guard card or license, offering a dynamic role where agility, reliability, innovation, teamwork, and integrity help guide every shift.

Position Type:
Full Time

Pay Rate: $16.00 / Hour

Job Schedule:

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.

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to our clients by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies and when appropriate, emergency response activities.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols of government facilities, administrative areas, grounds, parking areas and perimeter to help to deter unauthorized activity.
• Control access at designated entrances and posts by verifying identification, issuing visitor credentials and directing guests and deliveries according to site procedures.
• Monitor alarms, surveillance systems and radio traffic, and communicate observations and incidents to the appropriate personnel and/or dispatch.
• Perform armed post duties in accordance with applicable laws, licensing requirements and site directives, maintaining proper weapon retention and handling at all times.
• Complete detailed reports and logs of patrol activity, incidents, maintenance issues and policy violations, and submit documentation per site requirements.
• Provide assistance during emergencies such as fire alarms, medical incidents, severe weather and building evacuations, including guiding occupants to designated assembly areas.
• Conduct checks of doors, gates and restricted areas, reporting unsecured conditions and/or suspicious activity to site leadership and Allied Universal management.
• Support government staff and visitors with directions and general information while maintaining awareness of security-related conditions.
• Coordinate with local law enforcement and/or emergency services when requested, preserving the scene and providing statements consistent with training and policy.
• Participate in required training, briefings and inspections, and follow post orders, chain of command and professional appearance standards.

Minimum Requirements:

• - A valid driver's license is required in the state where the job is located.
• - A minimum of 1 year of security experience is required.
• - An armed guard card/license is required.
• - Client requires proof of HS Diploma/GED.
• - Be 21+ years of age.
• - 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.
• 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.

Allied Universal® is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment…