Security Officer Government Facility Access Patrol

Allied Universal•Austin, TX

6d•Onsite

About The Position

As a Security Officer Government Facility Access Patrol in Austin, Texas, you will work as an unarmed patrol officer supporting a government location. You will conduct routine patrols, monitor assigned areas, maintain a visible presence to help deter incidents, assist with access control, and provide professional customer service. The role uses communication and computer skills and is part of a team focused on putting people first and acting with integrity. This is a full-time position paying $22.00 per hour. The listed schedule is Thursday and Friday, 2:00 PM–10:00 PM, and Saturday and Sunday, 10:00 PM–6:00 AM.

Requirements

At least 1 year of security-related experience.
At least 18 years of age for unarmed roles; 21 or older for armed roles.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Applicants are subject to a background investigation, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.
Applicants are subject to a drug screen to the extent permitted by law.
Licensing requirements are subject to state and/or local laws and regulations and may be required before employment.
A valid driver's license is required for driving positions only.

Nice To Haves

Access-control and badge experience.
Customer service experience.
Comfort using a computer or tablet.

Responsibilities

Provide customer service to visitors, employees, and members of the public while following site-specific procedures, access-control practices, and emergency-response activities at government facilities.
Conduct regular and random unarmed patrols of buildings, parking areas, public spaces, and perimeter areas; identify and report unusual conditions, maintenance concerns, and security-related issues.
Respond calmly and professionally to incidents, alarms, disturbances, and critical situations, following established post orders and notification procedures.
Monitor entrances, exits, and authorized access points; verify credentials and direct visitors according to site policies.
Prepare accurate reports and maintain activity logs covering patrols, incidents, observations, and interactions with public agency personnel and emergency responders.