Armed Security Officer Part-time Weekend Patrol
About The Position
Allied Universal is hiring a part-time Armed Security Officer for weekend patrol at a shelter location in San Antonio, Texas. The role involves maintaining a visible, armed security presence and helping create a welcoming and orderly environment for residents, visitors, and staff. This is a driving position requiring a valid driver’s license and an armed guard card or license. The schedule is Saturday and Sunday, 6:00 PM to 6:00 AM, at a pay rate of $21.00 per hour. The officer provides customer service while carrying out security procedures, site-specific policies, and emergency response activities. Duties include responding professionally to incidents and concerns, conducting armed patrols, monitoring access, documenting activity, preparing reports, and coordinating with emergency responders or local authorities when necessary. Allied Universal provides access to additional shifts through its Claim a Shift platform, paid training, career growth opportunities, a retirement savings plan, and discounts through its Perks Program.
Requirements
- Possess a valid armed guard card or license.
- Have at least three years of combined law enforcement, corrections, or military experience, or at least five years of armed security-related experience.
- Possess a valid driver’s license in accordance with Allied Universal driver policy requirements.
- Be at least 21 years of age for armed roles.
- Possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
- Applicants are subject to a background investigation in accordance with applicable laws.
- Applicants are subject to a drug screen to the extent permitted by law.
- Meet applicable state and/or local licensing requirements, which may be required before employment.
Nice To Haves
- CPR and First Aid certification.
- Experience with handcuffs, pepper spray, and baton.
Responsibilities
- Provide customer service to residents, visitors, staff, and service providers while carrying out security procedures, site-specific policies, and emergency response activities.
- Respond calmly and professionally to incidents, resident concerns, disturbances, and critical situations, following established escalation procedures.
- Conduct regular and random armed patrols of interior and exterior areas, including entrances, common areas, grounds, parking areas, and perimeter locations.
- Monitor access points, verify authorized entry, document visitor and contractor activity, and report unusual conditions or policy violations.
- Prepare accurate incident reports and maintain required activity logs.
- Coordinate with emergency responders and local authorities when needed.
- Participate in industry-specific security training programs.
Benefits
- Access to technology to view and claim additional shifts.
- Paid training and access to career growth opportunities.
- Participation in a retirement savings plan.
- Discounts on brands and services through the Perks Program.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
