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 Healthcare Screener in Norfolk, VA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Healthcare, and more. As a Screener in a healthcare location, you will play a vital role in helping to deter security-related incidents by monitoring entrances and interacting with visitors, patients, and staff. Your responsibilities include conducting routine patrols, providing a visible presence, and delivering outstanding customer service and communication. This position may require you to be armed, contributing to a secure environment for everyone at the site. Join Allied Universal, where teamwork, integrity, and a caring culture are at the heart of everything we do.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $21.55 / Hour

Job Schedule:

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:

• Greet and screen individuals entering the healthcare location to help maintain a secure and welcoming environment.
• Provide customer service by carrying out security-related procedures and following site-specific policies, including emergency response activities when appropriate.
• Monitor entry points, checking identification and/or credentials as required by site guidelines.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner.
• Communicate professionally with staff, visitors, and/or patients to address questions and provide guidance regarding access protocols.
• Maintain accurate logs and/or records of screening activities and any incidents occurring during the shift.

Minimum Requirements:

• Possess an active armed guard card or license.
• Baton certification is preferred.
• CPR 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-related 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.

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: www.aus.com/offices.