Security Officer Armed Part Time Morning
About The Position
Allied Universal is hiring a part-time armed Security Officer to support a government transportation location in Surry, Virginia. The role involves providing customer service while carrying out site-specific procedures, access-control requirements, and emergency response activities. The officer conducts armed patrols, monitors access points, responds to incidents, and documents activity while maintaining readiness and properly handling assigned equipment. The position pays $18.25 per hour and is scheduled Wednesdays and Thursdays from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Allied Universal offers access to technology for viewing and claiming additional shifts, paid training and career growth opportunities, a retirement savings plan, and discounts through its Perks Program.
Requirements
- Possess an armed guard card or license.
- Be at least 21 years of age for armed roles.
- Possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
- Submit to a background investigation, subject to applicable federal, state, and local laws.
- Submit to a drug screen to the extent permitted by law.
- Participate in industry-specific security training programs.
- Meet applicable state and/or local licensing requirements, which may be required before employment.
Nice To Haves
- A valid driver's license is required for driving positions only.
Responsibilities
- Provide customer service to clients, visitors, and employees while following site-specific procedures, access-control requirements, and emergency response activities.
- Conduct regular and random armed patrols of facilities, parking areas, roadways, work zones, and perimeter areas to deter unauthorized activity and identify potential security concerns.
- Monitor access points, verify credentials and visitor authorization, maintain entry records, and report unauthorized access attempts in accordance with site policies.
- Respond calmly and professionally to incidents, alarms, traffic-related events, and critical situations, coordinating with site personnel and public emergency services as appropriate.
- Prepare accurate reports and daily activity logs documenting patrols, incidents, observations, and actions taken.
- Maintain readiness and properly handle assigned equipment.
Benefits
- Paid training
- Career growth opportunities
- Retirement savings plan
- Discounts on brands and services through the Perks Program
- Access to technology to view and claim additional shifts
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
