Security Officer Armed Weekends
About The Position
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 Patrol Specialist in Richmond, VA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Financial Institutions, and more. Join a leading team where flexibility meets opportunity. As a Part-Time Security Officer, you can build a schedule that works for you and explore new roles using our Claim a Shift platform. Join Allied Universal at a premier financial institution location where you will conduct routine patrols, maintain a visible presence to help deter security-related incidents, and deliver outstanding customer service and communication. This armed post offers the chance to support daily operations with professionalism, teamwork, and integrity while bringing an agile, reliable, and innovative approach that puts people first.
Requirements
- Have 3 or more years of experience as military police, a corrections officer, armed security, or be a certified law enforcement graduate.
- Possess an armed guard card/license.
- Be at least 21 years of age.
- Have 5 or more years of security-related experience.
- 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.
- 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.
Responsibilities
- Provide customer service to staff, visitors, and/or customers by carrying out site-specific procedures, access control practices, and when appropriate, emergency response activities at a financial institution location.
- Respond to incidents, alarms, and/or unusual activity in a calm, problem-solving manner, documenting details and communicating with site contacts and/or Allied Universal leadership as needed.
- Conduct regular and random patrols throughout the building, entry points, parking areas, and perimeter to help identify suspicious activity, unsecured areas, and other security-related concerns.
- Monitor assigned areas and support security-related policies involving visitor processing, employee access, and after-hours activity while maintaining a professional presence.
- Prepare routine reports on incidents, patrol activity, and daily observations to support site awareness and follow-up on security-related matters.
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 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.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
