Virginia | Security Guard Jobs

Can you lose your Virginia Armed Security Guard License if arrested and do you have to report it to VA DCJS

Dec

1

2016

Security jobs in your ZIP code The short answer is No. Not because of any type of arrest, but there are some conditions surrounding this depending on the nature of the arrest. An arrest is not a conviction. A person arrested illegally or under incorrect or false grounds may be released without any conviction. Please see the difference between an arrest and a conviction as explained below. Arrest versus Conviction: Arrest: An arrest can occur under many different circumstances. A simple traffic violation can lead to arrest due to some misunderstanding. A person may be arrested, taken into custody and ...

Can I be a Security Officer in Virginia with a felony or arrest on my record? 2

Sep

11

2015

Security jobs in your ZIP code Yes. Definitely. In general, a person is eligible to work as a Security Guard (Officer) with a prior a felony conviction in Virginia State. The Department of Criminal Justice (DCJS) in Virginia, makes the determination if an individual is eligible or not. Before you apply, it is ideal that you take steps to clear your record through a pardon and restoration or rights through DCJS. As per the Commonwealth of Virginia (Virgina State) Website, here is the Criteria used for restoring the rights of a person with a prior criminal record. Criteria for Restoration ...

Security Guard Requirements in Virginia

Apr

14

2014

In Virginia, a Security Guard can earn a rate above the national average pay for Security Guards with a median annual wage of $27,000 (in year 2014 as per indeed.com). A registration is a requirement for unarmed security guards in Virginia. There are several requirements to be met before a security guard license will be issued. As per the Virginia state regulation, an unarmed security officer/courier means, any person who performs the functions of observation, detection, reporting, or notification of appropriate authorities or designated agents regarding persons or property on the premises that individual is contracted to protect, and who ...