Security Officer Visible Patrol

Allied Universal • Richmond, VA

6d • Onsite

About The Position

As a Security Officer Visible Patrol in Richmond, 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 government location, where you will monitor assigned areas, conduct routine patrols, and remain visible to help deter security-related incidents. In this people-first role, you will provide outstanding customer service and communication while supporting daily operations with teamwork, integrity, and a reliable approach that reflects our agile and innovative culture.

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.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service by carrying out site-specific procedures, access-related protocols, and/or emergency response activities at a government transportation location.
• Respond to incidents, unusual activity, and/or critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, and communicate observations to the appropriate contacts.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of buildings, grounds, parking areas, road access points, and perimeter locations to help to deter unauthorized activity and report security-related concerns.
• Monitor entrances, visitor activity, and/or restricted areas in accordance with post instructions, and document incidents, observations, and daily activities in required reports.
• Support traffic and pedestrian flow during routine operations, special activities, and/or changing site conditions while following site policies and direction from Allied Universal and location leadership.

Benefits

• Access to our exclusive technology to view and claim additional shifts to earn more.
• Get paid training and access to career growth opportunities.
• Enjoy access to a retirement savings plan, plus medical, dental, vision, basic life and AD&D, and disability insurance.
• Enjoy discounts on top brands and services through our Perks Program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED