Armed Security Officer

Securitas Security Services • Petersburg, VA

1h • $23 - $23

About The Position

Securitas Security Services USA, Inc. is hiring an Armed Security Officer to help secure higher-risk environments, including government buildings, military installations, and manufacturers of sensitive materials or products. The officer controls access to the site, allowing only authorized individuals to enter, and helps protect people and property through monitoring, patrols, observation, reporting, and response to incidents, including armed response when necessary.

The role is based in Petersburg, Prince George, and Colonial Heights, Virginia, pays $22.50–$23.00 per hour, and requires availability for a 32-hour-per-week schedule; it is not a 40-hour-per-week position. Candidates must have at least one year of security experience.

Securitas describes its mission as helping make the world a safer place, guided by the values of Integrity, Vigilance, and Helpfulness. The company states that it is an equal opportunity employer and provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities during the application and employment process.

Requirements

• At least one year of security experience.
• Availability to work a 32-hour-per-week schedule; the position is not 40 hours per week.
• Observant and detail-oriented, with the ability to identify and report suspicious activity or safety concerns.
• Professional and customer-focused, with strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Comfortable enforcing site policies, procedures, and security protocols.
• Able to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
• Adaptable and willing to follow established procedures while responding to changing security needs.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and patrol assigned premises.
• Enforce client site regulations, policies, and directives to maintain order and security.
• Observe and report suspicious activity, security concerns, and potential safety hazards.
• Control access to client facilities and support the safety of employees, visitors, and the public.
• Respond to security-related incidents and follow established procedures to help protect people and property, up to and including armed response.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed