Armed Security Officer Full Time Weekday Mornings

Alliedbarton Security Services; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift marketplace access

Paid training

Benefits package including medical,  d

Employee discounts

Job summary

Allied Universal is seeking an Armed Reception Security Officer for a government location in Virginia Beach, VA. You will manage front desk activities, verify visitor credentials, and enforce access control while delivering professional customer service.

The role requires an armed guard card and a background check. You will work a full-time daytime schedule with a focus on safety, compliance, and professional conduct.

Qualifications

• Possess an Armed Guard Card or License.
• Be at least 21 years of age for armed roles.
• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Subject to a background investigation as required by law.
• Drug screening required as permitted by law.
• Participate in industry-specific security training.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to visitors, employees, and the public at a government office front desk, following site-specific security procedures.
• Monitor access to the facility, verify credentials and appointments, issue passes, and maintain visitor records.
• Answer calls, provide information, and help visitors locate offices or services.
• Observe front desk activity and report security concerns to appropriate personnel.
• Respond calmly to incidents and emergencies following established procedures.

Skills

Customer service

Front desk

Education

High School Diploma

Armed Guard Card

Job description

Overview

Allied Universal®, North America’s leading security and facility services company, offers rewarding careers that provide you a sense of purpose. While working in a dynamic, welcoming, and collaborative workplace, you will be part of a team that contributes to a culture that positively impacts the communities and customers we serve.

Job Description

As a Security Officer Armed Reception Security in Virginia Beach, VA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government, and more. As an Armed Front Desk Officer at a government location, you will serve as a professional, welcoming presence while monitoring access, assisting visitors, and supporting security-related procedures. Your strong communication and customer service skills will help create a secure, positive environment for staff and guests. Join Allied Universal, where agility, reliability, innovation, teamwork, caring, and integrity guide the work we do every day.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $20.00 / Hour

Job Schedule: DayTimeMon08:00 AM - 04:00 PMTue08:00 AM - 04:00 PMWed08:00 AM - 04:00 PMThur08:00 AM - 04:00 PMFri08:00 AM - 04:00 PM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to visitors, employees, and members of the public at a government office front desk while carrying out site-specific security-related procedures and policies.
• Monitor access to the facility, verify visitor credentials and appointments as directed, issue visitor passes when applicable, and maintain accurate visitor records.
• Answer and direct incoming calls, provide general information, and assist visitors with locating appropriate offices or services.
• Observe front desk activity and report unusual conditions, access concerns, or security-related incidents to appropriate personnel.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem-solving manner, following established emergency response procedures.

Minimum 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.
• 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.
• Participate in industry-specific security training programs.
• 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.

Why Join Us:

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

Closing

Allied Universal® is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or relationship/association with a protected veteran, or any other basis or characteristic protected by law. For more information: www.aus.com.