Allied Universal is hiring: Security Officer - Media Campus Patrol in Petersburg
Allied Universal, Petersburg, VA, US
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 - Media Campus Patrol** in **Petersburg, VA** , you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Tech/Media/Telecom, and more. As a Patrol Unarmed Officer with Allied Universal in a leading tech, media, and telecom environment, you will monitor and patrol assigned areas to help deter security-related incidents. Your visible presence and commitment to exceptional customer service will foster a welcoming atmosphere for all. Join a team that values agility, reliability, and innovation, where your integrity and teamwork contribute to a caring culture that puts people first.
- *Position Type: Full Time**
- *Pay Rate: $19.00 / Hour**
- *Job Schedule:**
- *Day** **Time**
- **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.
- Provide customer service to clients and visitors by carrying out security-related procedures and site-specific policies, and when appropriate, responding to emergency situations.
- Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, maintaining professionalism at all times.
- Conduct regular and random patrols around the location and its perimeter to help to deter unauthorized activity and/or suspicious behavior. Working environments and conditions may vary by site.
- Observe and report any irregularities, such as security breaches, hazards, or unusual activity, to the appropriate personnel.
- Assist with access control by monitoring entrances and exits to help to deter unauthorized entry.
- Maintain detailed and accurate logs and reports of daily activities, incidents, and/or unusual occurrences.
- Collaborate with site personnel and visitors to provide information and assistance as needed, supporting a positive environment.
- Follow all Allied Universal policies and procedures, as well as site-specific guidelines relevant to the tech, media, and telecom environment.
- 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.
- *Job ID:** 2025-1483742
- *Location:** United States-Virginia-Petersburg
- *Job Category:** Security Officer