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    Job Details: Armed and Uarmed Security Officer

    Job TypeIn Person
    Employment TypeFull Time
    Shift Schedule
    IndustryOther: Security
    Education Level
    Ability One/Second Chance
    Job DescriptionTop Guard Security is the leading security guard service provider for the Virginia Peninsula, the Southside, Tri-Cities, and Chester. \\Top Guard offers unarmed and armed security officers and mobile patrol services to industrial and manufacturing facilities, commercial properties, local and federal governments, residential communities, health care and retail establishments. \\Top Guard is Hampton Roads, Virginia's largest privately-owned security firm with 900+ employees and the largest woman-owned firm in the region. \\Its clientele represent the finest businesses, financial institutions, shopping centers, world-class manufacturers, communities and universities. Municipal, State and Federal contracts represent the backbone of Top Guard's regional dominance. \\Top Guard's size, experience and extraordinary level of service make it the region's choice for private security. \\Top Guard's commitment to superior security services begins with a commitment to its employees. We understand the critical role that a security professional plays in the overall success of a facility and we are devoted to hiring high caliber employees who are intelligent, capable, and dedicated individuals. \\Candidates are carefully selected by an experienced recruitment staff committed to finding those individuals who meet Top Guard’s rigid employment standards. \\Through training, performance evaluations, and quality assurance measures, we ensure that security officers maintain standards consistent with Top Guard's stringent requirements.
    Key ResponsibilitiesDuties and Responsibilities\\Specific Requirements\\• Demonstrate professional demeanor at all times, maintaining company expectations for customer service\\• Strong Communication Skills\\• Customer Service Focus\\• Situational decision making; notifications to appropriate personnel as needed\\• Positive Attitude\\Requirements:\\• Specialized law enforcement, security and/or military experience or training preferred (1 year or more required for some contract sites)\\• Must be able to pass pre-employment drug screening and background check as a condition of employment\\• Must be able to sit, stand or walk for extended periods of time, up to a full 8-hour shift\\• Must be able to endure cold and hot weather for extended periods of time, up to a full 8-hour shift• Occasionally lift or pull up to 50lbs\\• Speak audibly, clearly and understandable in order to have information understood or to contact authorities.\\• Some weekends and holidays may be required.\\GREAT OPPORTUNITY to work for an award-winning security firm that remains dedicated to our officers in the field.\\#Security
    Education LevelHigh School Diploma/GED
    Required Certifications or Licenses
    Optional Certifications or Licenses
    Skills and ExperienceCertifications\Must have clear criminal history for background investigation\\Education\High School Diploma/GED\\Screenings
    BenefitsHealth Insurance\Dental Insurance\Life Insurance\Vision\Cancer/accident coverage\Vacation\Legal resources\Credit Union membership\Recognition Rewards
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