Security Officer Armed Patrol Emergency Evacuation

Allied Universal • Houston, TX

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Allied Universal is hiring a part-time Security Officer Enhanced Armed Patrol Emergency Evacuation in Houston, Texas. The role provides reliable, consistent hours at an assigned site, with the option to claim additional shifts at other sites through a scheduling platform. The designated site and weekly anchor shift require a six-month commitment. Employees may pick up extra shifts and may work up to 40 hours per week, with the option to scale back.

The officer provides customer service at government facilities while carrying out security procedures and site-specific policies. The position includes armed patrols, access monitoring, incident response, and accurate documentation. The stated pay rate is $18.84 per hour. The listed shift is Tuesday, 2:00 AM–6:00 AM.

Requirements

• Possess at least 1 year of law enforcement experience, or at least 2 years of security-related supervisor/manager experience, or at least 3 years of security-related experience.
• Possess an Armed Guard Card/License.
• Possess a college degree.
• Be at least 21 years of age for armed roles.
• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Submit to a background investigation, subject to applicable federal, state, and local laws.
• Submit to a drug screen to the extent permitted by law.
• Participate in industry-specific security training programs.
• Meet applicable state and/or local licensing requirements, which may be required before employment.

Nice To Haves

• Access control/badge experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to personnel and visitors at government facilities by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and appropriate emergency response activities.
• Respond calmly and professionally to incidents, alarms, disturbances, and critical situations, following established protocols and reporting requirements.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols of assigned buildings, grounds, parking areas, access points, and perimeter areas.
• Monitor access to restricted areas, verify credentials as required, and accurately document visitor, vehicle, and incident information.
• Maintain a professional presence while operating assigned equipment and communicating with site personnel, public agencies, and Allied Universal leadership as needed.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Basic life and AD&D insurance
• Retirement plans
• Disability insurance
• Seven holidays annually paid at time and a half if worked
• 40 hours of vacation after one year of employment at eligible work assignments; unused vacation is paid out only where required by law
• Employee discounts at restaurants, entertainment venues, and other locations through the perks program
• Paid training programs and career advancement opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time