Armed Security Officer Prisoner Processing

Allied Universal•El Paso, TX

12d•Onsite

About The Position

As an Armed Security Officer for Prisoner Inprocessing in El Paso, Texas, you will serve and safeguard clients at a government location. This is a driving post requiring a valid driver’s license and Texas Level III armed certification. You will provide customer service and support security operations while contributing to Allied Universal’s teamwork- and integrity-focused culture. The role involves routine vehicle and foot patrols, maintaining a visible security presence, responding professionally to calls for service, monitoring access, and documenting observations and incidents. Officers respond to alarms and critical situations according to site procedures and coordinate with law enforcement personnel. The position is full-time, scheduled for 1:00 AM to 9:00 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, at $19.61 per hour.

Requirements

At least 2 years of law enforcement, military police, or corrections experience.
Graduate of a law enforcement or military police training program, or equivalent.
Possess a college degree.
Valid driver’s license in accordance with Allied Universal driver policy requirements; required for driving positions.
Texas Level III Armed Certification.
Provide a DD214 with an honorable discharge, an associate degree or 60 college credits, a police academy certificate, or a corrections academy certificate.
At least 21 years of age for armed roles.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Subject to a background investigation in accordance with applicable laws.
Subject to a drug screen to the extent permitted by law.
Participate in industry-specific security training programs.
Meet licensing requirements that may apply under state and/or local laws and regulations, potentially prior to employment.

Responsibilities

Provide customer service to personnel, visitors, and members of the public while carrying out security procedures, site-specific policies, and emergency response activities at a government law enforcement location.
Conduct regular and random armed patrols of assigned areas, buildings, parking areas, and perimeter locations to deter unauthorized activity and identify security concerns.
Respond to incidents, alarms, disturbances, and critical situations calmly and professionally, following site procedures and coordinating with appropriate law enforcement personnel.
Monitor access points and verify authorized entry according to site-specific procedures.
Document observations, incidents, and activities through required reports.
Communicate professionally with law enforcement personnel, visitors, and Allied Universal leadership while supporting daily operations and security needs.