Security Officer - Tech Campus Patrol

Overview

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.

As a Security Officer - Tech Campus Patrol in Roanoke, VA
, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Tech/Media/Telecom, and more. As a Patrol Unarmed Officer with Allied Universal in a leading tech and media environment, you will monitor and patrol assigned areas to help maintain a secure atmosphere for clients and visitors. Your role involves conducting routine patrols, remaining visible to help deter security-related incidents, and delivering outstanding customer service.

You will interact professionally with staff and guests, respond to security-related situations, and utilize technology such as computers or tablets as part of your daily responsibilities. Join a team that values agility, reliability, and people-first service while making a real impact every day.

Position Type:
Full Time

Pay Rate: $14.25 / Hour

Job Schedule:

• Mon 11:00 AM - 07:00 PM
• Tue 11:00 AM - 07:00 PM
• Wed 11:00 AM - 07:00 PM
• Thu 11:00 AM - 07:00 PM
• Fri 11:00 AM - 07:00 PM

• 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 clients by carrying out security-related procedures, following site-specific policies, and when appropriate, participating in emergency response activities.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, using good judgment.
• Conduct regular and random patrols around the business premises and perimeter to help to deter unauthorized activity; working environments and conditions may vary by location within the tech, media, and telecom sector.
• Observe and report any suspicious activity or security-related incidents encountered during patrols.
• Maintain clear and accurate logs or reports of daily activities and incidents as required by site procedures.
• Collaborate with site personnel and/or local law enforcement as directed, supporting a secure environment.
• Assist with access control measures by monitoring entry and exit points as needed.

• Customer service experience is preferred.
• A valid guard card or license is preferred.
• Experience with access control or badge systems is preferred.
• Comfortable using a computer or tablet 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.

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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