Security Officer - Armed Morning
About The Position
As a Security Officer - Armed Federal Rover in Richmond, VA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government, and more. As an Armed Patrol Officer at a government location, you will monitor and patrol assigned areas, conduct routine rounds, and stay highly visible to help discourage security-related incidents. You will respond to calls for service, document observations, and communicate clearly with staff and visitors while delivering a customer-first experience. At Allied Universal, you will bring agility, reliability, and integrity to every shift, supporting a team that values innovation and people first.
Requirements
- Be at least 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.
Responsibilities
- Provide customer service to facility staff and visitors 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, communicating with site contacts and/or public responders as needed.
- Conduct regular and random armed patrols of government buildings, grounds, parking areas, and perimeter points; working environments and conditions may vary by location.
- Control access at entrances and restricted areas by verifying identification, following visitor processing procedures, and monitoring for unusual activity that may help to deter unauthorized entry.
- Complete timely reports and logs, document incidents and observations, and support investigations by preserving relevant information per site policy.
Benefits
- 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.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
