Security Officer Armed Reception Driver Clearance Required

Allied Universal • Houston, TX

1d • 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 Reception Driver Clearance Required in Houston, TX, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government, and more. Join Allied Universal at a government location as a Front Desk professional, where you will welcome visitors, manage access, monitor activity from a stationary post, and support security-related operations through strong communication and professionalism. This armed and driving position offers the chance to make a visible impact while delivering reliable service with integrity, teamwork, and a people-first approach.

Requirements

• A valid driver’s license is required in the state where the job is located.
• A minimum of 3 years of combined law enforcement, military, and/or security-related experience is required, or a college degree is required.
• An active DoD Confidential clearance is required.
• A minimum of 1 year of armed security-related, law enforcement, and/or military experience is required.
• A minimum of 3 years of experience as military police, corrections officer, or armed security-related personnel is required, or the candidate must be a certified law enforcement graduate.
• A minimum of 1 year of law enforcement experience is required, or a minimum of 2 years of security-related supervisor or manager experience is required, or a minimum of 3 years of security-related experience is required.
• An armed guard card or license is required.
• Proof of a high school diploma or GED is required.
• Be at least 21 years of age.
• A minimum of 5 years of security-related experience is required.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service at the front desk by following site-specific procedures, access protocols, and/or emergency response activities for a government location.
• Monitor entry points, greet visitors, confirm identification and/or credentials, and direct authorized personnel and guests in accordance with front desk policies.
• Answer phones, manage visitor logs, issue temporary badges or passes, and report unusual activity or security-related concerns to site contacts and/or Allied Universal leadership.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner while documenting observations and actions taken.
• Support daily front desk operations by communicating with staff, vendors, and the public, helping to deter unauthorized access through consistent screening and professional presence.

Benefits

• Access to our exclusive technology to view and claim additional shifts to earn more.
• Get paid training and access to career growth opportunities.
• Enjoy access to a retirement savings plan, plus medical, dental, vision, basic life and AD&D, and disability insurance.
• Enjoy discounts on top brands and services through our Perks Program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED