Security Officer Full Time Armed Patrol

Allied Universal; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart Tools

Career Growth

Financial and Health Benefits

Exclusive Perks

Job summary

Allied Universal in Norfolk, VA is seeking a Security Officer Full Time Armed Patrol. You will patrol facilities, deter incidents, and provide excellent customer service while upholding our company values.

The role requires at least one year of security experience, 21+ for armed roles, and a high school diploma. You will undergo a background check and drug screen, and licensing may be required.

Qualifications

• At least one year of security-related experience.
• Must be 21+ for armed roles.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Background check and drug screen required; industry training may be needed.
• Licensing requirements may apply; driver’s license for driving roles only.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to patients, visitors, and staff while following site procedures.
• Conduct regular armed patrols of the facility, parking areas, entrances, and perimeter.
• Respond calmly to incidents and emergencies, notifying responders as needed.
• Monitor access points and verify authorization to maintain orderly movement.
• Carry and maintain assigned firearm and equipment in accordance with laws and policies.

Skills

Security experience

Age 21+

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 Full Time Armed Patrol in Norfolk, VA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Healthcare, and more. As an Armed Patrol Officer in a healthcare location, you will conduct routine patrols, maintain a visible presence to help deter incidents, and respond to security-related concerns with professionalism and care. You will support a welcoming environment through clear communication and exceptional customer service while reflecting Allied Universal’s values of agility, reliability, innovation, teamwork, integrity, and putting people first.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $20.00 / Hour

Job Schedule:

DayTimeThur06:00 AM - 01:00 PMFri06:00 AM - 01:00 PMSat06:00 AM - 05:00 PMSun06:00 AM - 05:00 PM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to patients, donors, visitors, and staff while carrying out site-specific security-related procedures, policies, and emergency response activities.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols of the facility, parking areas, entrances, and perimeter to help deter unauthorized activity and identify potential concerns.
• Respond to incidents, medical emergencies, disturbances, and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem-solving manner; notify appropriate personnel and first responders as needed.
• Monitor access points and visitor activity, verify authorization as required, and help maintain orderly movement throughout the location.
• Carry and maintain assigned firearm and other equipment in accordance with applicable laws, licensing requirements, Allied Universal policies, and site procedures.

Minimum Requirements:

• Possess at least one year of security-related experience.
• 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.