Armed Security Officer Weekdays

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 Response Patrol in Salem, VA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government, and more. As an Armed Security Officer at a government transportation location, you will monitor and patrol assigned areas, maintain a visible presence to help deter incidents, support access control, and respond to security-related concerns. You will provide professional customer service and clear communication while representing Allied Universal’s agile, reliable, innovative, and caring culture through teamwork and integrity.

Position Type:
Full Time

Pay Rate: $15.50 / Hour

Job Schedule:

• Mon: 08:30 AM - 05:00 PM
• Tue: 08:30 AM - 05:00 PM
• Wed: 08:30 AM - 05:00 PM
• Thur: 08:30 AM - 05:00 PM
• Fri: 08:30 AM - 05:00 PM

• Provide customer service to personnel, visitors, and the public while carrying out site‑specific security‑related procedures, policies, and emergency response activities at government transportation locations.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols of facilities, parking areas, access points, and perimeter areas to help identify and report unusual activity, hazards, and policy violations.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem‑solving manner, following established procedures and contacting appropriate personnel and/or emergency services.
• Monitor access to designated areas, verify credentials as assigned, and document visitor activity, incidents, and patrol observations in accordance with site requirements.
• Maintain a professional armed presence while performing assigned duties and following applicable laws, company policies, and site‑specific post orders.

• Possess a valid armed guard card or license.
• CPR certification is preferred.
• Access control and badge experience 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.

• 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.

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: