Security Officer Armed Patrol Unit

Allied Universal; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 57,308,000 - 66,125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart Tools

Career growth

Financial & Health Benefits

Perks program

Job summary

Allied Universal is seeking a Security Officer Armed Patrol Unit in Norfolk, VA. You will protect staff, patients, and visitors at a healthcare location, perform armed patrols, monitor access points, and respond to incidents with professional, customer-focused service.

The role emphasizes reliability, teamwork, and integrity in a fast-paced environment and requires standard security credentials, a background check, and a valid driver’s license where applicable.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of security-related experience.
• Armed roles require at least 21 years of age.
• HS diploma or equivalent.
• Background check and drug screen required by law.
• Licensing requirements may be required.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to staff, visitors, and patients per security procedures in a healthcare setting.
• Respond to incidents, disturbances and critical situations calmly and document observations.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols to deter unauthorized activity and identify concerns.
• Monitor access points, verify authorized entry, and report suspicious behavior.
• Assist site operations during emergency situations as directed by site protocol.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

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 Patrol Unit in Norfolk, VA you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Healthcare, and more. Join Allied Universal as an Armed Patrol Officer at a healthcare location, where you will monitor and patrol assigned areas, remain visible to help deter security-related incidents, and support patients, staff, and visitors with strong customer service and communication. This role offers the chance to work in a caring, team-focused culture that values agility, reliability, innovation, and integrity while making a meaningful impact each day.

Position Type

Full Time

Pay Rate

$20.00 / Hour

Job Schedule

DayTime

Mon: 01:00 PM - 09:00 PM

Tue: 01:00 PM - 09:00 PM

Wed: 01:00 PM - 08:00 PM

Thu: 01:00 PM - 08:00 PM

Fri: 01:00 PM - 09:00 PM

What You’ll Do

• Provide customer service to staff, visitors, and/or patients by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities within a healthcare location.
• Respond to incidents, disturbances, and/or critical situations in a calm, professional, problem-solving manner, documenting observations and communicating with site contacts and/or local responders as needed.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols throughout the facility, parking areas, and perimeter to help deter unauthorized activity and identify unusual conditions or potential concerns.
• Monitor access points and help to control entry and exit activity, verifying authorized access, observing for suspicious behavior, and reporting security-related issues in accordance with site procedures.
• Support site operations by remaining visible, maintaining awareness of the environment, and providing assistance during medical, fire, and/or other emergency-related situations as directed by site protocol.

Minimum Requirements

• Possess at least 1 year of security-related experience.
• Be at least 21 years of age for armed roles.
• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Allied Universal will consider qualified applications with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable laws.
• Applicants will be subject to a background investigation in accordance with all federal, state, and local laws.
• 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.

Benefits / 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.

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.

If you have difficulty using the online system and require an alternate method to apply or require an accommodation, please contact our local Human Resources department. To find an office near you, please visit: www.aus.com/offices.