Security Officer - Government Facility Unarmed

Allied Universal; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 21,593 - 30,754; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) plans

Ongoing paid training

Employee discounts

Job summary

A leading security services company is looking for an Armed Security Officer in Richmond, Virginia. This role includes providing customer service, responding to incidents, and conducting patrols. Applicants must be at least 21 years old and have a high-school diploma or extensive experience. The position offers health insurance, paid training, and flexible scheduling. Work in a dynamic, diverse team environment committed to community safety.

Qualifications

• Be at least 21 years of age for armed roles.
• Possess a high-school diploma or equivalent, or five years of verifiable experience.
• Subject to background investigation and drug screening.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service and enforce safety procedures.
• Respond calmly to incidents and critical situations.
• Conduct regular and random patrols.

Skills

Customer service

Calm problem-solving

Patrol skills

Education

High-school diploma or equivalent

Tools

X-ray machinery

Metal detector

Job description

Armed Security Officer

Allied Universal®, North America’s leading security and facility services company, provides rewarding careers that give you a sense of purpose. While working in a dynamic, diverse and inclusive workplace, you will be part of a team that fuels a culture that reflects in our communities and customers we serve.

Hourly Pay Rate: $19.00

Shift: Mon‑Fri, 7 am‑3 pm

Vehicle patrol of designated areas or campus, as applicable. Must have a clean motor‑vehicle record. Campus building access control utilizing x‑ray/metal‑detecting machinery.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to our clients by carrying out safety and security procedures, site‑specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem‑solving manner.
• Conduct regular and random patrols around the business and perimeter. Working environments and conditions may vary by client site.

Minimum Requirements

• Be at least 21 years of age for armed roles.
• Possess a high‑school diploma or equivalent, or five (5) years of verifiable experience.
• 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.
• Applicants will be subject to a drug screen to the extent permitted by law.
• Participate in industry‑specific security/safety 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.

Perks and Benefits

• Health insurance and 401(k) plans for full‑time positions.
• Schedules that fit with your personal life goals.
• Ongoing paid training programs and career‑growth opportunities.
• Employee discounts through our perks program to your favorite restaurants, entertainment venues and much more.

Additional Information

• Weekly or daily pay options!
• Free state security training, sponsored by Allied.
• Career advancement opportunities!
• Excellent benefits package!

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

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, relationship/association with a protected veteran, or any other basis or characteristic protected by law. For more information: www.aus.com