Armed Security Officer
Houston, Texas
Position Type: Part Time
Shift Type: Morning, Afternoon, Evening, Overnight
Req ID: 2026-1605477
Work Days Available: Monday - Friday, Saturday - Sunday
Date posted: 06/03/2026
Life doesn’t always follow a fixed schedule. That’s why we created the Security Officer – Part Time Enhanced position: a flexible, dependable option for individuals looking to supplement their income, gain hands-on experience, or work toward a full-time career with the industry leader.
As a Security Officer in Houston, TX, this role is designed to provide reliable, consistent hours at an assigned site with the flexibility for you to earn more by picking-up additional shifts when it works for you.
Pay Rate: $22.00 / Hour
21+ Years of Age (C101) Active Armed Guard Card/License (Texas only) (C122) Valid Driver's License - AU Driver Policy Requirements (C123) 3+ Years' Combined Law Enforcement/Corrections/Military OR 5+ Years Armed Security Experience (C158) |
Job Schedule:
| Day | Time |
|---|---|
| Thur | 02:00 PM - 11:30 PM |
How This Role Works:
- Fixed-Shift Commitment (“Anchor Shifts”): You will be hired for a designated site and weekly shift that serves as your reliable base schedule. This assignment requires a six (6) month commitment.
- Earn More, Claim-A-Shift Program: In addition to your fixed shift, you may pick-up extra shifts through our scheduling platform, allowing you to increase earnings and gain experience across multiple sites. Work part-time hours this week and full-time the next. It’s all up to you.
This role is ideal for candidates seeking part-time employment with flexibility, income stability, and opportunities to build-up to a full-time schedule of up to 40 hours per week; always with the option to scale back when needed.
Responsibilities:
- Provide customer service by carrying out assigned security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and/or appropriate emergency response activities at a retail location.
- Respond to incidents, disturbances, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including documenting observations and reporting relevant details to site contacts and/or local authorities when needed.
- Conduct regular and random armed patrols throughout the store, parking areas, loading zones, and perimeter to help to deter unwanted activity and identify unusual conditions.
- Monitor access points, observe customer and visitor activity, and support loss prevention and asset protection efforts through visible presence and timely reporting of security-related concerns.
- Assist with de-escalation of confrontational situations, provide direction to customers and staff, and follow post orders related to alarms, suspicious activity, and emergency situations.
Minimum Requirements:
- Must have 3 or more years of combined law enforcement, corrections, and/or military experience or 5 or more years of armed security-related experience.
- Must be at least 21 years of age.
- A valid driver’s license is required in accordance with Allied Universal driver policy requirements.
- A Level III Armed Certification is required in Texas only.
- Be at least 21 years of age for armed roles.
- Possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
- As a condition of employment, applicants will be subject to a background investigation in accordance with all federal, state, and local laws.
- Allied Universal will consider qualified applications with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable laws.
- As a condition of employment, applicants will be subject to a drug screen to the extent permitted by law.
- Participate in industry-specific security training programs.
- Licensing requirements are subject to state and/or local laws and regulations and may be required prior to employment.
- A valid driver’s license will be required for driving positions only.
Why Join Us:
- Smart Tools: Access to our exclusive technology to view and claim additional shifts to earn more.
- Career Growth: Get paid training and access to career growth opportunities.
- Financial Benefits: Participate in our retirement savings plan to invest in your future.
- Exclusive Perks: Enjoy discounts on top brands and services through our Perks Program.
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