Armed Security Officer Enhanced Part Time

Allied Universal•Richmond, VA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Allied Universal is hiring a part-time Armed Security Officer Enhanced for a mobile patrol assignment in Richmond, Virginia. The position provides a designated site and fixed weekly anchor shifts, with a six-month commitment. Officers may claim additional shifts through the company scheduling platform, allowing hours to vary and potentially increase to as many as 40 per week. The position pays $18.00 per hour. Scheduled anchor shifts are Tuesday and Wednesday, 2:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. The officer provides customer service and performs security procedures at government buildings and related locations. Duties include armed patrols, access control, incident response, equipment maintenance, and accurate recordkeeping, all in accordance with applicable laws, company policies, and site procedures.

Requirements

Possess an armed guard card or license.
Be at least 21 years of age for armed roles.
Possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
Submit to a background investigation, as a condition of employment and in accordance with applicable laws.
Submit to a drug screen to the extent permitted by law.
Participate in industry-specific security training programs.
Meet applicable state and local licensing requirements, which may be required before employment.
Possess a valid driver's license if the position requires driving.

Responsibilities

Provide customer service to visitors, employees, and government personnel while carrying out security procedures, site policies, access-control requirements, and emergency response activities when appropriate.
Respond calmly and professionally to incidents, alarms, and critical situations; follow established protocols and notify appropriate personnel or emergency services.
Conduct regular and random armed patrols of government buildings, grounds, parking areas, and perimeter locations to identify and report unusual activity, hazards, and policy violations.
Monitor access points, verify credentials and visitor authorization, and maintain accurate logs and reports of daily activities, incidents, and patrol observations.
Maintain assigned equipment in accordance with applicable laws, licensing requirements, company policies, and site procedures.