Security Officer - College Campus Dispatcher
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. Job Description As a Security Officer - Factory Patrol in Roanoke, VA , you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Manufacturing & Industrial, and more. As an Unarmed Patrol Officer with Allied Universal at a manufacturing and industrial location, you will monitor and patrol assigned areas, conduct routine rounds, and remain visible to help reduce security-related incidents. You will greet and assist employees and visitors, communicate clearly, and document observations while supporting site procedures. Join a team that is agile, reliable, and innovative, with a caring culture that puts people first and delivers through teamwork and integrity.
Requirements
- Be at least 18 years of age for unarmed roles; 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.
- 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.
Nice To Haves
- Comfortable using a computer or tablet is preferred.
- Alarm panel experience is preferred.
- Customer service experience is preferred.
- CPR certification is preferred.
- Access control/badge experience is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Provide customer service to site personnel and visitors by following Allied Universal post orders, security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and/or emergency response activities as directed.
- Conduct regular and random foot and/or vehicle patrols of production areas, warehouses, exterior perimeter, parking areas, and common spaces to help identify suspicious activity, unsecured doors, and unusual conditions.
- Monitor alarms, cameras, and other systems when assigned, and respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner while coordinating with site contacts and/or public responders as needed.
- Control access at designated entry points by checking identification, verifying authorization for employees, contractors, and delivery drivers, and maintaining visitor, vehicle, and key logs per site requirements.
- Document patrols, incidents, and observations in written and/or electronic reports, and communicate security-related information during shift briefings and passdowns.
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
