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Armed Security Officer (2180)

Sentry Force Security LLC
Portsmouth, VA Full Time
POSTED ON 12/10/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/9/2026

Sentry Force Security is seeking reliable and experienced Armed Security Officers for a local Housing Authority contract. Selected individuals will provide general security inside residential buildings and conduct occasional exterior foot patrols, once every hour. The pay for this position is $20 per hour.

Open Schedules (Various Portsmouth Housing Authority sites)

  • TBD

Responsibilities:

  • Monitor premises to prevent theft, violence, or infractions of rules
  • Thoroughly examine doors, windows, and gates to ensure proper function and security
  • Warn violators of premise rules and regulations
  • Apprehend or expel persons engaging in suspicious or criminal acts
  • Report any facility issues such as fire hazards and leaking water pipes
  • Request emergency personnel for high risk situations

Qualifications:

  • Candidates must have an active Armed VA DCJS license to be considered.
  • Two years previous experience in security, law enforcement, corrections, or active duty military is required.
  • First Aid and CPR/AED certified
  • Must be capable of standing, walking, climbing stairs, running, physically restraining a violent person, lifting objects weighing up to 50lbs
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Basic computer literacy required for report submissions and CCTV monitoring

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • Health insurance

Application Question(s):

  • Are you available for the schedule advertised?

License/Certification:

  • Virginia DCJS Armed Security License (Required)

Ability to Commute:

  • Portsmouth, VA 23704 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $20

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