Security Officer Armed Badge Issuance

Allied Universal • Houston, TX

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About The Position

Allied Universal is hiring a part-time Enhanced Security Officer for an armed badge-issuance role at a government location in Houston, Texas. The position provides a fixed weekly anchor shift at an assigned site, with a six-month commitment, and the option to claim additional shifts through the company’s scheduling platform. Additional shifts may allow the employee to increase hours up to 40 hours per week, with the option to scale back. The pay rate is $18.84 per hour. The listed schedule is Monday, 6:00 PM–6:00 AM.

The officer provides customer service and performs security procedures, access control, credential issuance, recordkeeping, alarm and incident response, and patrols. Applicants must meet the stated experience, armed licensing, education, and age requirements. Employment is contingent on a background investigation and, where permitted by law, a drug screen. Applicants must participate in industry-specific security training. Licensing requirements vary according to applicable state and local laws.

Requirements

• At least 1 year of law enforcement experience, 2 years of security-related supervisor or manager experience, or 3 years of security-related experience.
• An armed guard card or license.
• A college degree.
• At least 21 years of age for armed roles.
• A high school diploma or equivalent.
• Participation in industry-specific security training programs.
• Applicants are subject to a background investigation in accordance with applicable law and a drug screen to the extent permitted by law.
• A valid driver’s license is required for driving positions only.
• Licensing requirements may apply before employment, subject to state and local laws and regulations.

Nice To Haves

• Access control and badge experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to visitors, employees, and contractors at a government location while carrying out security procedures, site-specific policies, and appropriate emergency response activities.
• Monitor and control access points; verify identification and authorization; issue visitor credentials; and maintain accurate visitor and access-related records.
• Respond calmly and professionally to access-control alarms, incidents, and critical situations, escalating concerns according to site procedures.
• Communicate with site personnel, visitors, and emergency responders about access requirements, restricted areas, and security concerns.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of designated access points, public areas, and the surrounding perimeter to help deter unauthorized activity.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, basic life, AD&D, retirement plans, and 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.
• Discounts at restaurants, entertainment venues, and more through the perks program.
• Paid training programs and opportunities for career advancement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time