Security Officer Armed Experienced Part Time Mornings

About the role

As a Security Officer Armed Perimeter Patrol Part Time in Petersburg, VA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government, and more. Join a leading team where flexibility meets opportunity. As a Part-Time Security Officer, you can build a schedule that works for you and explore new roles using our Claim a Shift platform.

As an Armed Patrol Officer at a government services location, you will conduct routine patrols, maintain a visible presence to help deter incidents, monitor access points, and respond to security-related concerns. You will provide professional customer service and clear communication while supporting a welcoming environment for visitors and staff.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to visitors, staff, and members of the public while carrying out site-specific security-related procedures, access-control requirements, and emergency response activities at a government services location.
• Maintain an armed presence in accordance with applicable laws, licensing requirements, Allied Universal policies, and site-specific procedures.
• Respond to incidents, disturbances, and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem-solving manner; document observations and complete required incident reports.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of interior areas, entrances, parking areas, and the surrounding perimeter to help deter unauthorized activity and identify security-related concerns.
• Monitor access points, screen visitors as directed, and communicate professionally with site personnel and local law enforcement and/or emergency responders when needed.

Requirements

• Possess at least 1 year of security-related experience.
• Possess an armed guard card or license.
• 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.
• 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.

Qualifications

• Customer service experience is preferred.
• Access control and badge experience is preferred.
• Comfort using a computer or tablet is preferred.

Pay

$18.00 / Hour

Schedule

Daytime shifts: Monday 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM, Thursday 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM, Friday 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM

Benefits

• Access to exclusive technology to view and claim additional shifts to earn more.
• Get paid training and access to career growth opportunities.
• Participate in our retirement savings plan to invest in your future.
• Enjoy discounts on top brands and services through our Perks Program.