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Build a Career in Protection with Virginia’s Best

We hire DCJS-certified officers, instructors, dispatchers, and protection specialists who share our standards of discipline, integrity, and commitment. Competitive pay, real career growth, and an unmatched team.

  • Competitive Pay
  • Paid Training
  • Health Benefits
  • Weekly Schedules
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Open Positions Across Virginia

All applicants undergo a thorough background check and skills assessment. We invest in you — paid training, career-track promotion, and the camaraderie of a true protection team.

  • Full-Time

    Armed Security Officer

    Statewide starting at $18

    The Elite Force LLC is hiring dependable, professional, and properly certified Armed Security Officers. Officers will maintain a visible security presence, patrol assigned properties, monitor entrances and exits, enforce site rules and post orders, deter criminal activity, and respond appropriately to security incidents and emergencies. Officers must complete accurate daily activity and incident reports, communicate with supervisors and dispatch, use de-escalation techniques, and contact law enforcement or emergency services when necessary. All firearms must be carried and handled safely, professionally, and in accordance with Virginia law, DCJS regulations, company policy, and site requirements.

    • Valid Virginia DCJS Armed Security Registration
    • Valid Virginia DCJS Firearms Endorsement
    • Must be at least 21 years old
    • Must provide an approved duty firearm
    • Must provide an approved duty holster
    • Must provide a complete duty belt
    • Must provide two sets of handcuffs
    • Must maintain firearm qualification
    • Strong firearm safety and handling skills
    • Reliable transportation
    • Dependable attendance
    • Professional appearance
    • Strong communication skills
    • Basic report-writing skills
    • Able to use de-escalation techniques
    • Able to stand and walk for extended periods
    • Able to work nights, weekends, and holidays
    • Able to follow post orders
    • Able to pass a background check
    • Government-issued photo identification
    • High school diploma or GED preferred
    • No unauthorized weapons or equipment while on duty
  • Part-Time

    Firewatch Officer

    Statewide starting at $17

    The Elite Force LLC is hiring dependable and alert Fire Watch Security Officers to monitor properties where fire alarms, sprinkler systems, or other fire-protection equipment may be temporarily unavailable. Officers will continuously patrol assigned areas, identify fire and life-safety hazards, maintain required fire-watch logs, monitor exits and evacuation routes, and immediately report smoke, fire, or unsafe conditions. In an emergency, officers must call 911, notify the property representative and company dispatch, assist with evacuation when safe and authorized, and follow all site-specific fire-watch procedures. Officers must remain awake, alert, and at their assigned post throughout the entire shift. This is a fire-watch assignment and does not authorize employees to perform repairs or engage in firefighting beyond their training.

    • Must be at least 18 years old
    • Valid Virginia DCJS Security Registration when required
    • Fire-watch experience preferred
    • Fire-safety training preferred
    • Current CPR and First Aid certification preferred
    • Knowledge of emergency evacuation procedures
    • Ability to identify fire and life-safety hazards
    • Ability to maintain accurate fire-watch logs
    • Ability to complete patrols at required intervals
    • Ability to call 911 and communicate during emergencies
    • Ability to remain awake and alert for the entire shift
    • Ability to stand and walk for extended periods
    • Ability to climb stairs during patrols
    • Ability to work indoors and outdoors
    • Ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays
    • Reliable transportation
    • Dependable attendance and punctuality
    • Professional appearance and conduct
    • Strong observation and communication skills
    • Ability to follow site-specific post orders
    • Ability to pass a background check
    • No sleeping while on duty
    • No unauthorized phone use while on duty
    • No leaving the assigned property without relief
  • Full-Time

    Office Assistant

    HQ Based on Experience

    The Elite Force LLC and The Elite Force Training Academy are hiring a dependable, organized, and professional Office Assistant. The Office Assistant will support daily administrative operations, greet visitors and students, answer telephone calls, respond to general inquiries, schedule appointments and classes, organize records, and assist management with assigned projects. Additional duties include preparing documents, processing student registrations, maintaining employee and student files, tracking office supplies, sending appointment and class reminders, and keeping the reception and work areas organized. The Office Assistant must protect confidential information, remain productive throughout the workday, and provide professional customer service.

    • Must be at least 18 years old
    • High school diploma or GED
    • Administrative or office experience preferred
    • Strong customer service skills
    • Professional telephone etiquette
    • Strong written and verbal communication skills
    • Basic computer and typing skills
    • Experience with Microsoft Word and Excel preferred
    • Ability to send professional emails
    • Ability to schedule appointments and classes
    • Ability to organize paper and electronic records
    • Ability to maintain accurate student information
    • Ability to maintain accurate employee information
    • Ability to protect confidential information
    • Strong attention to detail
    • Ability to manage multiple tasks
    • Ability to work independently
    • Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
    • Dependable attendance and punctuality
    • Professional appearance and conduct
    • Reliable transportation
    • Able to pass a background check
    • Able to pass a drug screening
    • No excessive personal phone use while working
  • Full-Time

    Unarmed Security Officer

    Statewide Virginia starting at $16

    The Elite Force LLC is hiring dependable and professional Unarmed Security Officers. Officers will maintain a visible security presence, patrol assigned properties, monitor entrances and exits, enforce site rules and post orders, assist residents and visitors, and report suspicious or unsafe activity. Officers must complete accurate daily activity and incident reports, communicate with supervisors and dispatch, use de-escalation techniques, and contact law enforcement or emergency services when necessary. This is an observe-and-report position, and officers must remain professional and alert throughout their shift.

    • Valid Virginia DCJS Unarmed Security Registration
    • Must be at least 18 years old
    • Reliable transportation
    • Dependable attendance
    • Professional appearance
    • Strong communication skills
    • Basic report-writing skills
    • Customer service experience preferred
    • Able to stand and walk for extended periods
    • Able to work nights and weekends
    • Able to follow post orders
    • Able to pass a background check
    • Government-issued photo identification
    • High school diploma or GED preferred
    • No unauthorized weapons while on duty
  • Full-Time

    Executive Protection Specialist

    Travel — VA / DC / MD $50–$75 / hr

    The Elite Force LLC is hiring professional and highly dependable Executive Protection Specialists to provide protective services for executives, public officials, VIPs, and other designated clients. Specialists will conduct advance planning, identify potential threats, maintain situational awareness, coordinate secure transportation, control access, and provide close protection during meetings, events, and travel. Specialists must maintain confidentiality, professional appearance, sound judgment, and a calm demeanor in high-pressure situations. All assignments must be performed in accordance with Virginia law, DCJS regulations, client instructions, company policies, and established protective-service procedures.

    • Valid Virginia DCJS Personal Protection Specialist Registration
    • Valid Virginia DCJS Armed Security Registration for armed assignments
    • Valid Virginia DCJS Firearms Endorsement for armed assignments
    • Executive protection training or experience
    • Must be at least 21 years old
    • Valid driver’s license
    • Clean driving record
    • Reliable transportation
    • Able to travel for assignments
    • Flexible schedule and availability
    • Able to work nights, weekends, and holidays
    • Professional business and tactical appearance
    • Strong situational awareness
    • Excellent communication skills
    • Strong decision-making skills
    • Knowledge of advance planning
    • Knowledge of protective formations
    • Knowledge of emergency evacuation procedures
    • Proficient in conflict de-escalation
    • Strong firearm safety and handling skills
    • Current CPR and First Aid certification preferred
    • Defensive or evasive driving training preferred
    • Military or law-enforcement experience preferred
    • Able to maintain strict confidentiality
    • Able to pass a background check
    • Able to pass a drug screening
    • Able to stand and walk for extended periods
    • Able to follow post orders and client instructions
    • No unauthorized weapons or equipment while on duty
  • Full-Time

    Dispatch Operator (24/7 Ops Center)

    Henrico HQ $19–$23 / hr

    The Elite Force LLC is hiring professional and dependable Security Dispatch Operators to monitor officer activity, receive service calls, coordinate responses, and maintain communication with security officers and supervisors. Dispatch Operators will conduct scheduled status checks, document calls and incidents, track officers and assignments, provide officers with important information, and contact police, fire, or emergency medical services when required. Operators must remain calm under pressure, protect confidential information, and maintain accurate dispatch records throughout each shift.

    • Must be at least 18 years old
    • High school diploma or GED
    • Strong verbal communication skills
    • Basic computer and typing skills
    • Professional telephone etiquette
    • Knowledge of radio communication procedures
    • Ability to learn security 10-codes and call signs
    • Ability to conduct hourly officer status checks
    • Ability to maintain accurate dispatch logs
    • Ability to manage multiple calls at once
    • Ability to remain calm during emergencies
    • Strong attention to detail
    • Dependable attendance
    • Reliable transportation
    • Flexible schedule and availability
    • Able to work nights, weekends, and holidays
    • Able to protect confidential information
    • Customer service experience preferred
    • Security or dispatch experience preferred
    • Able to pass a background check
    • Able to pass a drug screening
    • No unauthorized phone use while on duty
  • Part-Time

    Event Security Officer

    Virginia $20–$26 / hr

    The Elite Force LLC is hiring professional and dependable Event Security Officers for concerts, festivals, private functions, corporate events, and other special events. Officers will maintain a visible security presence, control access, check credentials, monitor crowds, enforce event rules, protect restricted areas, and assist guests. Officers must identify and report suspicious behavior, use de-escalation techniques, and respond appropriately to disturbances, medical situations, and emergencies. Officers may also conduct bag checks or security screenings when authorized and trained. All duties must be performed according to event post orders, company policies, and applicable laws.

    • Valid Virginia DCJS Security Registration
    • Must be at least 18 years old
    • Reliable transportation
    • Dependable attendance
    • Flexible schedule and availability
    • Able to work nights, weekends, and holidays
    • Professional appearance
    • Strong customer service skills
    • Strong verbal communication skills
    • Ability to follow event post orders
    • Ability to work effectively with a security team
    • Ability to remain calm under pressure
    • Ability to use conflict de-escalation techniques
    • Ability to monitor crowds and identify safety concerns
    • Ability to stand and walk for extended periods
    • Ability to work indoors and outdoors
    • Ability to work in different weather conditions
    • Ability to assist with access control
    • Ability to conduct authorized security screenings
    • Security or customer service experience preferred
    • Government-issued photo identification
    • Able to pass a background check
    • No unauthorized weapons or equipment while on duty
  • Full-Time

    DCJS Instructor

    Henrico Training Facility based of experience

    The Elite Force Training Academy is hiring professional and dependable Virginia DCJS-Certified Instructors to teach entry-level, in-service, and specialty private-security courses. Instructors will present approved training materials, maintain a professional and safe learning environment, verify student attendance, administer examinations, evaluate student performance, and complete all required course documentation. Instructors must follow current DCJS regulations, approved lesson plans, academy policies, and course requirements. Firearms instructors must strictly enforce range-safety rules, inspect equipment, supervise qualifications, and immediately address unsafe conduct. Additional opportunities may be available for instructors certified to teach CPR/First Aid/AED, Taser, OC spray, baton, handcuffing, and other specialty subjects.

    • Valid Virginia DCJS Instructor Certification
    • Current DCJS credentials in good standing
    • Certified in assigned course categories
    • Knowledge of current Virginia DCJS regulations
    • Prior instructional experience preferred
    • Private-security experience preferred
    • Strong public-speaking skills
    • Strong classroom-management skills
    • Ability to follow approved lesson plans
    • Ability to administer and grade examinations
    • Ability to maintain accurate attendance records
    • Ability to complete required course documentation
    • Ability to meet DCJS reporting deadlines
    • Professional appearance and conduct
    • Strong written and verbal communication skills
    • Dependable attendance and punctuality
    • Reliable transportation
    • Flexible weekday and weekend availability
    • Basic computer and presentation skills
    • Ability to operate classroom audiovisual equipment
    • Ability to maintain student confidentiality
    • Ability to pass a background check
    • Firearms Instructor Certification required for firearms courses
    • Strong range-safety and firearm-handling skills for firearms courses
    • CPR and First Aid certification preferred
    • No unauthorized modification of approved course materials

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Why Elite Force

Trusted by Virginia’s Most Discerning Clients

Six reasons corporations, faith communities, and high-net-worth individuals choose us for their protection.

DCJS-Certified Excellence

Every officer trained and certified by the Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services. No shortcuts, no exceptions.

24/7 Rapid Dispatch

Round-the-clock command center with sub-30-minute response times across the entire commonwealth.

Veteran & LEO Officers

Our roster is anchored by former military, law-enforcement, and federal-protection professionals.

Fully Insured Operations

$2M general liability coverage plus comprehensive workers’ comp on every assignment.

Tailored Security Plans

Free site survey and custom protection plan engineered around your risk profile and budget.

Proven 9-Year Track Record

500+ clients, zero major incidents on protected sites — a quiet reputation built on results.

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