Security Guard Full Time Access Control Patrol
As a Security Guard Full Time Access Control Patrol in Richmond, VA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government, and more. As an Unarmed Patrol Officer at a government care location, you will conduct routine patrols, monitor assigned areas, support access control, and maintain a visible presence to help deter security-related incidents. You will provide exceptional customer service and clear communication while supporting a welcoming environment for residents, visitors, and staff. Join Allied Universal, where agile, reliable, and innovative teams put people first and act with integrity.
Position Type: Full Time
Pay Rate: $13.50 / Hour
Job Schedule:
Day Time:
Mon 04:00 PM - 12:00 AM
Tue 04:00 PM - 12:00 AM
Wed 04:00 PM - 12:00 AM
Sat 08:00 AM - 04:00 PM
Sun 08:00 AM - 04:00 PM
What You'll Do:
- Provide customer service to residents, visitors, staff, and contractors by carrying out site-specific security-related procedures, policies, and emergency response activities at a government-operated veterans care location.
- Respond to incidents, resident-related concerns, medical emergencies, and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem-solving manner, following established reporting and notification procedures.
- Conduct regular and random unarmed patrols of assigned buildings, common areas, entrances, parking areas, and perimeter locations to help to deter unauthorized activity and identify potential concerns.
- Monitor access points, verify authorization for visitors and contractors as directed, and maintain awareness of activity throughout the facility.
- Document observations, incidents, and security-related concerns in clear, accurate reports and communicate relevant information to site leadership and Allied Universal management.
Minimum Requirements:
- Customer service experience is preferred.
- Access control and badge experience is preferred.
- Comfortably using a computer or tablet is preferred.
- A state, county, or city-issued security-related license is preferred.
- Be at least 18 years of age for unarmed roles; 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.
- 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.
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.
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: