Armed Security Guard

Job overview

The Armed Security Guard role is onsite at Department of Motor Vehicles facilities in Charlottesville, VA. Pay is $22–$23 per hour. The guard helps maintain a safe environment for facility employees, visitors, contractors, and state property. The role provides an armed presence, monitors and patrols assigned areas, responds to incidents, and supports access control and public safety through professional communication and accurate reporting.

What you'll do

• Maintain a visible armed security presence
• monitor entrances, exits, waiting areas, and parking lots
• verify identification and control access
• patrol assigned areas on foot or by vehicle
• respond to disturbances and suspicious activity
• de-escalate conflicts
• assist employees and visitors
• monitor cameras and alarms
• complete incident reports and activity logs
• coordinate with law enforcement and emergency responders when needed.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

armed security guard

armed security

dmv facilities

patrol

access control

incident reporting

charlottesville va

sentry force security

$22–$23/hr

virginia dcjs license

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

An active armed security license or certification and Virginia DCJS license are required; the posting lists day, night, and overnight shifts as preferred availability.

About the employer

Sentry Force Security is hiring for this role. Industry: Security Guards and Patrol Services. Sector: 56.