Armed Security Officer
About The Position
Overview Allied Universal®, North America’s leading security and facility services company, offers rewarding careers that provide you a sense of purpose. While working in a dynamic, welcoming, and collaborative workplace, you will be part of a team that contributes to a culture that positively impacts the communities and customers we serve. Job Description As a Security Officer - Weekday Armed Patrol in Corpus Christi, TX , you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government, and more. Join a leading team where flexibility meets opportunity. As a Part-Time Security Officer, you can build a schedule that works for you and explore new roles using our Claim a Shift platform. Learn more: aus.com/earnmore. As an Armed Patrol Officer at a government location, you will conduct routine foot and/or vehicle patrols, maintain a highly visible presence to help reduce security-related incidents, and respond to calls for service with calm, professional communication. You will document observations, coordinate with site contacts and public resources, and deliver customer-focused assistance. Bring your Texas Level III Armed Certification and join Allied Universal where agility, reliability, innovation, teamwork, and integrity guide every shift.
Requirements
- Be at least 21 years of age for armed roles.
- Possess a Level III Armed Certification in Texas only.
- Customer service experience is preferred.
- A state, county, or city issued security license is preferred.
- Possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
- As a condition of employment, applicants will be subject to a background investigation in accordance with all federal, state, and local laws. Allied Universal will consider qualified applications with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable laws.
- As a condition of employment, applicants will be subject to a drug screen to the extent permitted by law.
- Participate in industry-specific security training programs.
- Licensing requirements are subject to state and/or local laws and regulations and may be required prior to employment.
- A valid driver’s license will be required for driving positions only.
Nice To Haves
- Customer service experience is preferred.
- A state, county, or city issued security license is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Provide customer service to visitors and staff at a government location by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and/or emergency response activities.
- Conduct armed foot and/or vehicle patrols throughout assigned buildings, grounds, parking areas, and perimeter to help to deter unauthorized activity and/or policy violations.
- Monitor access points and controlled areas, verify identification and/or authorization as required, and document entries, exits, and unusual activity per post orders.
- Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, coordinating with on-site personnel and/or public responders as needed.
- Complete timely written reports and activity logs, communicate observations to Allied Universal leadership and/or site contacts, and assist with investigations by preserving observations and relevant information.
Benefits
- Smart Tools: Access to our exclusive technology to view and claim additional shifts to earn more.
- Career Growth: Get paid training and access to career growth opportunities.
- Financial Benefits: Participate in our retirement savings plan to invest in your future.
- Exclusive Perks: Enjoy discounts on top brands and services through our Perks Program.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
