Security Officer - Armed Patrol

Allied Universal®, North America’s leading security and facility services company, offers rewarding careers that provide you a sense of purpose. While working in a dynamic, welcoming, and collaborative workplace, you will be part of a team that contributes to a culture that positively impacts the communities and customers we serve.

As a Security Officer - Armed Night Driver Patrol in Houston, TX, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Retail/Malls, and more. Join Allied Universal as an armed, driving patrol professional supporting a busy retail location. You will conduct routine vehicle and foot patrols, stay highly visible to help reduce security-related incidents, respond to calls, and assist shoppers and store teams with calm, clear communication. Bring integrity, teamwork, and a people-first mindset as you document activity, report concerns, and represent an agile, reliable, and innovative partner on every shift.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $22.00 / Hour

Job Schedule:

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 and Health Benefits: Enjoy access to a retirement savings plan, plus medical, dental, vision, basic life and AD&D, and disability insurance.
• Exclusive Perks: Enjoy discounts on top brands and services through our Perks Program.

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to guests and store associates by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies and when appropriate, emergency response activities within a retail location.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including coordinating with store leadership and contacting law enforcement and/or emergency services as directed by post orders.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols of sales floors, entrances, parking areas, loading areas and the perimeter to help to deter theft, trespassing and/or other unauthorized activity.
• Monitor for suspicious behavior, potential hazards and/or policy violations, and report observations through radio communications and detailed incident documentation.
• Control access to restricted areas, verify credentials when required, and assist with crowd management during peak shopping periods, special events and/or store openings and closings.

Minimum Requirements:

• 3+ Years' Combined Law Enforcement/Military/Security Experience OR a College Degree is required.
• Armed Guard Card/License is required.
• A valid driver’s license is required in accordance with Allied Universal driver policy requirements.
• 21+ Years of Age is required.
• Level III Armed Certification Texas Only is required.
• Security Experience ‐ 5+ Years is required.
• 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.

Allied Universal® is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or relationship/association with a protected veteran, or any other basis or characteristic protected by law. For more information: www.aus.com.

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