Security Officer Armed Patrol Driver Certification

Allied Universal • Spring Valley Village, TX

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About The Position

Allied Universal is hiring a part-time Security Officer Enhanced in Houston, Texas, for an assigned site and a designated weekly shift. The role has a six-month commitment to its fixed “anchor” shift, with the option to claim additional shifts through the company scheduling platform. Employees may work varying part-time hours and can build toward a schedule of up to 40 hours per week, with the option to scale back. The listed pay rate is $22.00 per hour. The scheduled shift is Sunday, 12:00 PM–6:00 PM.

The officer provides customer service and security support, conducts armed patrols, monitors site access, responds to incidents, and maintains security-related reports and documentation. The position requires a Texas Level III Armed Certification, a valid driver’s license, and qualifying law enforcement, corrections, military, or armed security experience. Applicants must be at least 21 years old and have a high school diploma or equivalent. Employment is conditional on applicable background and drug screening and participation in industry-specific security training.

Requirements

• At least 3 years of combined law enforcement, corrections, or military experience, or at least 5 years of armed security-related experience.
• Valid driver’s license in accordance with Allied Universal driver policy requirements; a license is required for driving positions.
• Texas Level III Armed Certification.
• At least 21 years of age for armed roles.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Subject to a background investigation as a condition of employment, in accordance with applicable laws.
• Subject to a drug screen as a condition of employment, to the extent permitted by law.
• Participate in industry-specific security training programs.
• Meet applicable state and local licensing requirements, which may be required before employment.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to clients, shoppers, and store personnel by following security-related procedures and site-specific policies and conducting emergency response activities when appropriate.
• Respond calmly and professionally to incidents, disturbances, and critical situations, including contacting appropriate personnel or emergency services as directed.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols of retail sales areas, receiving and loading areas, parking lots, and surrounding property to help deter unauthorized activity.
• Monitor access points and observe people entering and leaving the location; report unusual activity, policy violations, and potential hazards according to site procedures.
• Complete accurate reports and maintain documentation related to patrols, incidents, and other security activities.

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.

What This Job Offers

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