Security Officer Armed Enhanced Part Time

Allied Universal • Richmond, VA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Allied Universal is hiring a part-time Armed Enhanced Security Officer for patrol coverage at a government facility in Richmond, Virginia. The position provides a fixed weekly shift at an assigned site, requiring a six-month commitment, with the option to claim additional shifts through the company’s scheduling platform. Employees may work varying part-time hours and can build toward a schedule of up to 40 hours per week, with the option to scale back. The listed pay rate is $18.00 per hour. The scheduled shift is Thursday, 6:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

The officer provides customer service and performs security duties including access control, armed patrols, incident response, and documentation. The role requires an armed guard card or license, and applicants must be at least 21 years old and have a high school diploma or equivalent. Employment is contingent on background investigation and drug screening to the extent permitted by law, and employees must participate in industry-specific security training.

Requirements

• An armed guard card or license is required.
• Must be at least 21 years old for armed roles.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Applicants are subject to a background investigation in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.
• Applicants are subject to a drug screen to the extent permitted by law.
• Must participate in industry-specific security training programs.
• Licensing requirements are subject to state and/or local laws and regulations and may be required before employment.
• A valid driver’s license is required for driving positions only.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to visitors, employees, and contractors at a government facility while carrying out security procedures, site policies, access-control requirements, and emergency response activities.
• Respond calmly to incidents, alarms, and critical situations; document observations and notify designated personnel or emergency services when needed.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols of buildings, grounds, parking areas, entrances, and perimeter areas to identify unusual activity, unauthorized access, hazards, and policy concerns.
• Monitor access points, verify credentials, control entry and exit activity, and maintain accurate logs, reports, and incident documentation according to site procedures.
• Maintain assigned equipment readiness and follow applicable laws, licensing requirements, post orders, and Allied Universal policies while performing armed duties.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Basic life and AD&D insurance
• Retirement plans
• Disability insurance
• Seven holidays annually paid at time and a half if worked
• 40 hours of vacation after one year of employment at eligible work assignments; unused vacation is paid out only where required by law
• Employee discounts at restaurants, entertainment venues, and other businesses through the perks program
• Paid training programs

What This Job Offers

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