Armed Security Officer

Securitas Security Services USA, Inc.

Portsmouth (VA)

On-site

USD 40,000 - 44,000

Full time

14 days+
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Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay
Competitive benefits
Flexible schedules
Sign-on bonus after 30 days

Job summary

Securitas Security Services USA, Inc. is seeking an Armed Security Officer in Portsmouth, VA. The role pays $20.00 per hour and requires at least one year of security experience. An Armed DCJS License is preferred. You will monitor premises, enforce site rules, and assist employees and guests while serving as a visible deterrent.

We offer weekly pay, competitive benefits, and flexible schedules. A sign-on bonus is available after 30 days with active credentials.

Qualifications

  • One year of security experience is required.
  • Active Armed DCJS License preferred.
  • Must be able to stand and walk for prolonged periods.

Responsibilities

  • Monitor and secure premises by patrolling a variety of locations.
  • Preserve order and enforce regulations for client sites.
  • Provide customer service and information to employees and customers.
  • Serve as a physical deterrent to protect clients.

Skills

Security experience

Education

Armed DCJS License

Job description

Armed Security Officer

Wage: $20.00/ hour

Active Armed DCJS License preferred. Sign-on bonus offered after 30 working days with active credentials. Must be able to stand and walk for prolonged periods of time. One year of security experience required.

We help make your world a safer place.

Securitas is a global company that offers the most advanced and sustainable security solutions in the industry. We are located in 47 countries and have 355,000 employees worldwide and over 150,000 clients.

Securitas plays an essential role for our clients and in society. The Armed Security Officer position helps maintain a safe and secure environment for our clients by actively monitoring the premises, including patrolling a variety of locations. They preserve order while enforcing regulations and directives for a client site pertaining to personnel, visitors, and the area. Frequently our Armed Security Officers will provide customer service and information to a client’s employees and customers and serve as a physical deterrent.

We are driven by a clear corporate culture and purpose, which helps us live according to our values of Integrity, Vigilance, and Helpfulness. These values are at the heart of our culture, help define who we are and guide our actions.

Our highly sought after Armed Security officer positions include full training. If you have experience in security, law enforcement or military you are a great fit for this role.

Are you interested in being part of our Team?

Weekly pay

Competitive benefits

Flexible schedules

With over 80 years of protecting the things that matter, we’ve seen more than most. That’s why Securitas is the partner of choice for companies and an employer of choice for candidates worldwide.

See a different world.

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Securitas employees come from all walks of life, bringing with them a variety of distinctive skills and perspectives. United through our common purpose, we provide the security needed to safeguard our clients' assets and people. Our core values - Integrity, Vigilance and Helpfulness - are represented by the three red dots in the Securitas logo. If you live by these values, we’re looking for you to join the Securitas team.

Securitas is committed to diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other applicable legally protected characteristic.

Benefits include:
  • Retirement plan
  • Employer-provided medical and dental coverage
  • Company-paid life insurance
  • Voluntary life and disability insurance
  • Employee assistance plan
  • Securitas Saves discount program
  • Paid holidays
  • Paid time away from work

Additionally, some populations may have the availability of accessing earned wages on a daily basis, prior to payday. Restrictions and fees may apply.

Certain waiting periods may also apply. Paid time away from work may be available either through a combination of vacation and sick time or under a PTO policy, depending on local requirements. Benefits may be different for union members.

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