Security Officer Entry Level Part Time Afternoons

Allied Universal•West Point, VA

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Allied Universal is hiring a part-time Security Officer in West Point, Virginia, serving a manufacturing and industrial location. The role helps safeguard employees, visitors, contractors, and delivery personnel by managing entry points, verifying credentials, monitoring access activity, and maintaining a welcoming environment. Officers use technology to document security-related information, communicate professionally, and help deter incidents through a visible presence. The schedule is Wednesday and Saturday, 2:00 PM to 12:00 AM. The pay rate is $16.00 per hour. Allied Universal provides access to its shift-claiming platform, paid training, career growth opportunities, a retirement savings plan, and discounts through its Perks Program.

Requirements

Be at least 18 years of age for unarmed roles; armed roles require applicants to be at least 21.
Possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
Submit to a background investigation in accordance with applicable laws.
Submit to a drug screen to the extent permitted by law.
Meet any licensing requirements required by applicable state or local laws and regulations.
A valid driver's license is required for driving positions only.

Nice To Haves

Access control and badge experience.
Customer service experience.
Comfort using a computer or tablet.

Responsibilities

Provide customer service to employees, visitors, contractors, and delivery personnel by carrying out security procedures, site-specific policies, and emergency response activities.
Monitor and control access at designated entry points by verifying credentials, maintaining visitor and contractor logs, and directing authorized individuals according to site procedures.
Respond calmly to access-related incidents, alarms, and critical situations, escalating concerns to appropriate site contacts or emergency services as directed.
Conduct regular and random patrols of facility entrances, perimeter areas, parking locations, and other assigned areas to identify unauthorized access, unusual activity, or facility concerns.
Maintain accurate daily activity reports and incident documentation and communicate relevant information to Allied Universal leadership and site management.