Security Officer Armed Driver Patrol Response

Allied Universal • Houston, TX

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Allied Universal is hiring a part-time Security Officer Enhanced to provide armed driver patrol response at an assigned government location in Houston, Texas. The position pays $18.84 per hour and includes a designated weekly shift at an assigned site, with a six-month commitment to that fixed schedule. Additional shifts may be claimed through the scheduling platform, providing the opportunity to increase hours up to 40 per week and adjust hours as needed.

The officer provides customer service and carries out security procedures, site-specific policies, and emergency response activities. The role includes armed patrols, access monitoring, incident response, and documentation. Applicants must meet armed-security experience and licensing requirements, hold a valid driver’s license, and have a high school diploma or equivalent. Employment is contingent on applicable background and drug screening and participation in industry-specific security training.

Requirements

• At least 1 year of armed security-related, law enforcement, or military experience.
• At least 1 year of law enforcement experience, 2 years of security-related supervisory or management experience, or 3 years of security-related experience.
• An armed guard card or license.
• A valid driver’s license in accordance with company driver policy requirements.
• At least 21 years of age for armed roles.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Applicants are subject to a background investigation in accordance with applicable laws.
• Applicants are subject to a drug screen to the extent permitted by law.
• Meet applicable state and/or local licensing requirements, which may be required before employment.

Nice To Haves

• Customer service experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to visitors, employees, and members of the public while following security procedures, site-specific policies, and emergency response activities at government locations.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, disturbances, and critical situations calmly and professionally, follow established protocols, and notify appropriate personnel.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols of facilities, public areas, parking areas, and perimeter locations to deter unauthorized activity and identify security concerns.
• Monitor access points and verify authorization for entry according to site-specific procedures.
• Document visitors, incidents, and unusual activity in required reports.
• Maintain proficiency with assigned equipment and perform duties in accordance with applicable laws, licensing requirements, company policies, and site-specific post orders.
• Participate in industry-specific security training programs.

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 businesses through the perks program.
• Paid training programs and opportunities for career advancement.
• Flexible scheduling and access to technology for viewing and claiming available shifts.

What This Job Offers

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