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Unarmed Security Guard

Top Guard Security
Portsmouth, VA Full Time
POSTED ON 1/27/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/25/2025

Overview

Top 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.

Job Skills / Requirements

Job Summary :

The Unarmed Security Guard is responsible for maintaining a safe and secure environment for employees, visitors, and clients by patrolling and monitoring premises. The guard will enforce safety protocols and report any suspicious activity or incidents.

Essential Functions :

  • Access Control :

Monitor and control entry and exit points for authorized personnel.

  • Verify identification and credentials as required.
  • Ensure that unauthorized individuals do not gain access to restricted areas.
  • Patrolling :
  • Conduct regular patrols of assigned premises to identify potential security breaches, hazards, or disturbances.

  • Monitor and report suspicious activities, irregularities, and safety hazards.
  • Surveillance Monitoring :
  • Operate CCTV and other surveillance systems to monitor the premises.

  • Identify and report any unusual activity or security breaches.
  • Incident Response :
  • Respond promptly to alarms, emergency situations, and security-related incidents.

  • Contact law enforcement or emergency services if necessary.
  • Complete detailed reports on any security incidents or violations.
  • Customer Service :
  • Assist employees, visitors, and clients by providing information and directions.

  • Maintain a professional and courteous demeanor at all times.
  • Security Procedures :
  • Enforce safety and security procedures, ensuring compliance with company policies.

  • Conduct regular checks of doors, windows, and equipment to ensure all are secure.
  • Reporting :
  • Complete and submit incident reports, daily activity logs, and security assessments.

  • Communicate effectively with the security team and supervisors.
  • Emergency Situations :
  • Assist in emergency evacuations and provide direction during emergency scenarios.

  • Administer basic first aid if necessary.
  • Qualifications :

  • Must have or be eligible to obtain a valid Virginia DCJS unarmed security officer license.
  • High school diploma or GED equivalent.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to remain calm in high-pressure situations.
  • Basic knowledge of security systems and surveillance equipment is preferred.
  • Physical Requirements :

  • Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
  • Ability to lift and move objects up to 25 lbs.
  • Must be able to work in various environments such as cold weather, rain, or heat.
  • Work Schedule :

    Shifts may vary based on client needs and may include evenings, weekends, and holidays.

    Education Requirements (Any)

    High School Diploma / GED

    Additional Information / Benefits

    Top Guard provides its full-time employees with the following benefits : Payroll Deducted Health, Plan Payroll Deducted Dental Insurance, Allstate Supplemental Insurance Plans, Legal Resources, Legal Discount Plan, Direct Deposit, Paid Vacation, Holiday Compensation, Free Uniforms, and Credit Union Membership. It is the policy of Top Guard to afford equal opportunity for employment to all individuals regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Applications are active for 60 Days after which you must reapply.

    Part time officers are also elligible for benefits as well. Please inquire within.

    Benefits : Medical Insurance, Life Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Paid Vacation, Paid Holidays, Short Term Disability

    This job reports to the Director of Operation

    This is a Full and Part-Time position 1st Shift , 2nd Shift , 3rd Shift , Weekends .

    Relocation is not provided and travel is not required

    Number of Openings for this position : 4

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