Security Officer Armed Patrol Veteran

Allied Universal • Houston, TX

7d • 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. As a Security Officer Armed Patrol Veteran in Houston, 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. As an Armed Patrol Officer in a government location, you will monitor and patrol assigned areas, stay visible to help deter incidents, and respond to security-related concerns with professionalism. You will support a welcoming environment through strong communication and customer service while representing Allied Universal with integrity, teamwork, and a people-first approach.

Requirements

• Have 3+ years of experience as military police or a corrections officer or in armed security-related work, or be a certified law enforcement graduate.
• Have 3+ years of combined law enforcement, corrections, and/or military experience, or have 5+ years of armed security-related experience.
• Be at least 21 years of age.
• Possess a Level III Armed Certification for Texas only.
• 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.
• 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

• An armed guard card or license is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and/or emergency response activities appropriate to a government location.
• Respond to incidents, disturbances, and/or critical situations in a calm, professional, problem-solving manner, including contacting appropriate personnel or public emergency services when needed.
• Conduct regular and random patrols throughout assigned buildings, grounds, parking areas, and perimeter locations to help identify unusual activity and/or potential concerns.
• Monitor access points and restricted areas, verify credentials or authorizations as required, and document security-related activities, observations, and/or incidents in accordance with site procedures.
• Carry and maintain assigned armed post equipment in accordance with Allied Universal policies and site requirements, and remain prepared to respond to security-related concerns within the scope of post orders.

Benefits

• Access to our exclusive technology to view and claim additional shifts to earn more.
• Get paid training and access to career growth opportunities.
• Participate in our retirement savings plan to invest in your future.
• Enjoy discounts on top brands and services through our Perks Program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED