Entry-Level Security Officer - Growth & Benefits

Allied Universal; Bristol (VA); On-site; USD 16,000 - 23,000; Full time

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Job summary

Allied Universal in Bristol, VA is seeking a Security Officer Patrol to serve at a government transportation location. You will perform routine unarmed patrols, maintain a visible presence, and provide excellent customer service to employees and visitors.

This full-time role requires 18+ (21+ for armed), a high school diploma, background check, drug screening, and a valid driver's license where required. Allied Universal offers competitive pay and benefits.

Qualifications

• Be at least 18 years of age for unarmed roles; 21+ years 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.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to employees, visitors, and contractors at a government transportation location while carrying out site-specific procedures and security-related protocols.
• Conduct regular and random unarmed patrols of facilities, parking areas, access points, and surrounding perimeter to help deter unauthorized activity and report observed concerns.
• Monitor access activity, verify visitor authorization as directed, and maintain accurate logs, reports, and incident documentation.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, following established emergency response procedures and notifying appropriate personnel.
• Communicate professionally with the public and site representatives, provide directions or assistance as appropriate, and report maintenance, traffic, or facility-related concerns.

Skills

Customer service

Patrols

Emergency response

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Background check

Job description

Allied Universal in Bristol, VA is seeking a Security Officer Patrol to serve at a government transportation location. You will perform routine unarmed patrols, maintain a visible presence, and provide excellent customer service to employees and visitors.

This full-time role requires 18+ (21+ for armed), a high school diploma, background check, drug screening, and a valid driver's license where required. Allied Universal offers competitive pay and benefits.