Security Officer - Flex Armed Patrol Driver

Allied Universal • Brownsville, TX

11d • $14

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 - Flex Armed Patrol Driver in Brownsville, TX, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Retail/Malls, and more. Join a leading team where flexibility meets opportunity. As a Flex 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 with Allied Universal at a busy retail location, you will drive between assigned areas, conduct routine patrols, and maintain a visible presence that helps to deter security-related incidents. You will respond to situations with calm communication, support store teams and guests with customer service, and document observations with integrity. This is a driving and armed post requiring a valid driver’s license and an armed guard card or license.

Requirements

• A valid driver’s license from the state in which the job is located is required in accordance with Allied Universal driver policy requirements.
• An armed guard card and/or license is required.
• Level III armed certification is required for Texas only.
• 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 and/or First Aid certification is preferred and may be completed post hire.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to guests, employees, and/or vendors while carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities at a retail location.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols throughout the sales floor, stock areas, exterior perimeter, and parking areas to help to deter theft, property damage, and/or unauthorized activity.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including disturbances, medical incidents, alarms, and/or suspicious activity, and coordinate with local law enforcement when needed.
• Monitor entrances, exits, and high-traffic areas, assist with access control as assigned, and report maintenance hazards, suspicious behavior, and/or policy violations to site leadership.
• Complete detailed incident reports and daily activity logs, preserve evidence when applicable, and support loss prevention activities such as observing concealment, supporting apprehension protocols, and/or providing presence during cash handling and closing procedures.

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.

What This Job Offers

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