Security Guard – Armed School Patrols

Allied Universal•Austin, TX

11d•$24•Onsite

About The Position

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 Guard – Armed School Patrols in Austin, TX , you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Education, and more. As a Patrol Armed Officer with Allied Universal, you will help to deter security-related incidents by conducting routine patrols and maintaining a visible presence within an educational environment. Your role involves monitoring assigned areas, responding to incidents, and providing outstanding customer service and communication. This armed position offers the opportunity to contribute to a welcoming atmosphere while upholding our values of teamwork, integrity, and putting people first. Position Type: Full Time Pay Rate: $24.00 / Hour + 4.22 per hour for health and welfare Paid vacation + Sick time Must be able to pass a federal background check, physical and PT test Job Schedule: Day Time Mon 11:00 PM - 07:00 AM Fri 11:00 PM - 07:00 AM Sat 11:00 PM - 07:00 AM Sun 11:00 PM - 07:00 AM Why Join Us: 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 and Health Benefits: Enjoy access to a retirement savings plan, plus medical, dental, vision, basic life and AD&D, and disability insurance. Exclusive Perks: Enjoy discounts on top brands and services through our Perks Program. What You'll Do: Provide customer service by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies and/or emergency response activities as directed by Allied Universal. Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, utilizing appropriate protocols for an armed patrol role. Conduct regular and random patrols around the location and its perimeter to help to deter unauthorized activity and support a secure environment. Monitor and report any suspicious activity, hazards, or unusual occurrences observed during patrols. Interact professionally with students, faculty, staff, and visitors to provide assistance and information as needed. Maintain awareness of surroundings and remain alert to potential security-related concerns specific to an educational environment. Assist with access control and enforce location policies as required. Prepare and submit detailed reports regarding incidents, observations, and activities during assigned shifts. Minimum Requirements: Have 3 or more years of combined law enforcement, military, or security-related experience or possess a college degree. Hold a Level III armed certification for Texas. CPR certification is preferred. Ability to lift more than 20 pounds is preferred. Be comfortable using a computer or tablet is preferred. Be at least 21 years of age for armed roles. 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. Closing Allied Universal® is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or relationship/association with a protected veteran, or any other basis or characteristic protected by law. For more information: www.aus.com . If you have difficulty using the online system and require an alternate method to apply or require an accommodation, please contact our local Human Resources department. To find an office near you, please visit: www.aus.com/offices . C15802 Requisition ID 2025-1494329

Requirements

Have 3 or more years of combined law enforcement, military, or security-related experience or possess a college degree.
Hold a Level III armed certification for Texas.
Be at least 21 years of age for armed roles.
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

CPR certification is preferred.
Ability to lift more than 20 pounds is preferred.
Be comfortable using a computer or tablet is preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide customer service by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies and/or emergency response activities as directed by Allied Universal.
Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, utilizing appropriate protocols for an armed patrol role.
Conduct regular and random patrols around the location and its perimeter to help to deter unauthorized activity and support a secure environment.
Monitor and report any suspicious activity, hazards, or unusual occurrences observed during patrols.
Interact professionally with students, faculty, staff, and visitors to provide assistance and information as needed.
Maintain awareness of surroundings and remain alert to potential security-related concerns specific to an educational environment.
Assist with access control and enforce location policies as required.
Prepare and submit detailed reports regarding incidents, observations, and activities during assigned shifts.

Benefits

Paid vacation
Sick time
Access to a retirement savings plan, plus medical, dental, vision, basic life and AD&D, and disability insurance.
Discounts on top brands and services through our Perks Program.

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