Security Professional - Armed Government Facility

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.

As a Security Professional - Armed Government Facility in Norfolk, VA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government, and more. As a Patrol Armed Officer with Allied Universal, you will play a key role in helping to deter security-related incidents at a dynamic government location. Your responsibilities include conducting routine armed patrols, maintaining high visibility, and providing outstanding customer service and communication to those on site. By embracing our core values of agility, reliability, and innovation, you will contribute to a culture that puts people first and thrives on teamwork and integrity. If you are passionate about making a difference and being part of a supportive team, this opportunity is for you.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $17.25 / Hour

Job Schedule:

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 Benefits: Participate in our retirement savings plan to invest in your future.
• Exclusive Perks: Enjoy discounts on top brands and services through our Perks Program.

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to clients by carrying out security-related 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 location and its perimeter, observing for unusual activity or potential threats.
• Assist in helping to deter criminal activity and/or policy violations through a visible security-related presence.
• Monitor access points and verify the credentials of individuals entering restricted areas.
• Promptly report and document any security-related incidents or suspicious activities according to Allied Universal protocols.
• Maintain a high level of awareness while on patrol and/or stationed at assigned posts.
• Support law enforcement and/or emergency responders as directed during incidents at the location.
• Maintain professional communication with staff, visitors, and the public while representing Allied Universal.

Minimum Requirements:

• An armed guard card or license is preferred.
• 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.

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.

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