Security Officer - Flex-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 - Flex-Armed Patrol Security Clearance in Houston, TX, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government, and more. Join a leading team where flexibility meets opportunity. As a Flex Part-Time Security Officer, you can build a schedule that works for you and explore new roles using our Claim a Shift platform. Learn more: aus.com/earnmore. Join Allied Universal as an Armed Patrol Officer supporting a government location where you will conduct routine patrols, maintain a visible presence to help deter security-related incidents, and respond to situations with calm professionalism. You will document observations, communicate clearly with staff and visitors, and provide strong customer service. Bring your integrity, teamwork, and innovative mindset to a role where reliability and a people-first culture matter every day.

Position Type: Flex

Pay Rate: $18.84 / 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 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.

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to personnel and visitors at a government location by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and/or emergency response activities when appropriate.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols of buildings, parking areas, and perimeter to help to deter unauthorized activity and identify security-related hazards or concerns.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, coordinating with site leadership and public agencies as needed.
• Control access at entrances and restricted areas by verifying identification, directing foot and vehicle traffic, and maintaining visitor and delivery logs per site requirements.
• Complete detailed written reports of daily activities, incidents, and unusual occurrences, and communicate observations to Allied Universal leadership and the client point of contact.

Minimum Requirements:

• Have 3 or more years' combined law enforcement, military, and/or security experience or a college degree.
• Maintain an active DoD Confidential clearance.
• Have 1 or more years' law enforcement experience or 2 or more years' security supervisor or manager experience or 3 or more years' security experience.
• Possess an Armed Guard Card or license.
• Client requires proof of HS diploma or GED.
• Have 6 months or more armed security, law enforcement, and/or military experience.
• Be 21 or more years of age.
• 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.

If you have difficulty using the online system and require an alternate method to apply or require an accommodation, please contact our local Human Resources department. To find an office near you, please visit: www.aus.com/offices.