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 Officer - Armed Mobile Driver in Richmond, VA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries. As an Armed Patrol Officer with Allied Universal at a busy public transit location, you will conduct routine vehicle and foot patrols, remain highly visible to help reduce security-related incidents, and respond to calls for service with clear communication and strong customer service. This is a driving post requiring a valid driver’s license. Bring integrity and teamwork as you support a caring, reliable, and innovative team.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $21.00 / Hour

Job Schedule:

DayTimeTue06:00 AM - 03:30 PMThur06:00 AM - 03:30 PMFri06:00 AM - 03:30 PMSat06:00 AM - 03:30 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 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.

What You'll Do:

Provide customer service to our 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, including parking areas, exterior perimeter, bus bays, platforms, passenger waiting areas and/or administrative spaces, as permitted by post orders.Serve as an armed presence in accordance with Allied Universal post orders, applicable laws and required training, including proper carry and storage of assigned equipment.Monitor and control access at designated entrances, employee-only areas and/or restricted zones, checking identification and authorizations when required.Observe passenger activity and operational areas, helping to deter disorderly conduct, trespassing and/or unauthorized entry, and report concerning behavior per site procedures.Assist with de-escalation during fare disputes, service disruptions and/or other customer conflicts, requesting additional support from supervisors and/or public responders as needed.Support crowd management during peak periods, special events and/or service interruptions by providing direction and communicating site rules and expectations.Respond to alarms, radio calls and/or requests for assistance, coordinating with dispatch, supervisors, local responders and/or transit personnel as directed.Complete required documentation such as incident reports, daily activity logs and/or shift handoff notes, maintaining accuracy and timeliness.Conduct security-related checks of doors, gates, lighting and/or other physical conditions, and report maintenance concerns and hazards to the appropriate contact.Use communication systems and equipment as directed, including radios, access control tools and/or video monitoring when assigned.

Minimum Requirements:

A valid driver’s license is required in accordance with Allied Universal driver policy requirements.A minimum of 1 year of armed security, law enforcement, and/or military experience is required.Handcuffs, pepper spray, and/or baton experience is preferred.CPR and/or First Aid certification 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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