Security Officer Full Time Patrol
About The Position
As a Security Officer Full Time Patrol in Portsmouth, VA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government, and more. Join Allied Universal as an unarmed patrol officer at a dynamic government location, where you will monitor and patrol assigned areas, stay visible to help to deter security-related incidents, and support daily operations through strong customer service and communication. In this role, you will embody our agile, reliable, and innovative approach, put people first, work through teamwork, and act with integrity every day.
Requirements
- A TSA-issued TWIC is required.
- A guard card and/or license is preferred.
- 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.
Responsibilities
- Provide customer service to visitors, employees, and authorized personnel by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and/or emergency response activities at a government location.
- Respond to incidents, unusual activity, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, documenting details and communicating with appropriate contacts as needed.
- Conduct regular and random patrols of buildings, access points, waterfront areas, parking areas, and perimeter locations to help identify and report suspicious activity and/or unauthorized access.
- Monitor entry and exit activity, verify credentials and/or permissions when required, and help to deter trespassing, loitering, and other policy violations.
- Support day-to-day operations by reporting hazards, maintenance concerns, and security-related issues, and by assisting with directional guidance and general assistance for people on site.
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
