Security Officer - Armed

Allied Universal
Richmond, VA

Security Officer - Armed at Allied Universal summary:

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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 Rover in Richmond, 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. Learn more: aus.com/earnmore. As an Armed Patrol Officer supporting a government location, you will monitor and patrol assigned areas, complete routine rounds, and maintain a visible presence that helps to deter security-related incidents. You will respond to calls for service, document observations, and communicate clearly with staff and visitors while delivering strong customer service. At Allied Universal, you will be part of an agile, reliable, innovative team that puts people first and acts with integrity.

Position Type: Part Time

Pay Rate: $16.00 / Hour

Job Schedule:

DayTimeWed02:00 PM - 10:00 PMSat02:00 PM - 10:00 PMSun06:00 AM - 02:00 PM

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 staff, visitors, and/or vendors at a government location by following Allied Universal procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities.
  • Conduct armed foot and/or vehicle patrols of buildings, grounds, parking areas, and perimeter points to help to deter unauthorized activity and/or policy violations.
  • Monitor access control points, verify identification and/or authorization as required, and document entries, exits, and other security-related activity per post orders.
  • Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, coordinating with site contacts and/or public service partners as directed.
  • Complete detailed patrol logs, incident reports, and shift documentation, and communicate observations and concerns to supervision and/or the oncoming team.

Minimum Requirements:

  • Be at least 21 years of age.
  • 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.

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:

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:

Requisition ID

2026-1533350

Keywords:

armed security officer, security patrol Richmond VA, government site security, part-time security jobs, claim-a-shift, license required armed guard, patrol officer, security training, access control, incident reporting

Posted 2026-02-12

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