Armed Officer Reception Clearance Required

Allied Universal; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart tools platform

Career growth opportunities

Retirement savings plan

Perks program discounts

Job summary

Allied Universal is seeking an Armed Front Desk Security professional for a government location in Houston, TX. This part-time role involves welcoming visitors, managing access control, and ensuring security procedures are followed while maintaining professional service.

The position requires an active DoD Confidential Clearance, 3+ years of security-related experience, and an Armed Guard Card. Schedule includes overnight shifts, with opportunities for broader site roles and career growth within

Qualifications

• 3+ years of combined law enforcement, military, and/or security-related experience or a college degree.
• Active DoD Confidential Clearance is required.
• 3+ years of experience as a military police officer, corrections officer, or armed security professional, or as a certified law enforcement graduate.
• 1+ years of law enforcement experience or 2+ years of security-related supervisor/manager experience.
• Armed Guard Card/License is required.
• 5+ years of security-related experience.
• Must be at least 21 years old for armed roles.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Background check required per laws.
• Drug screen required where permitted by law.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to visitors, employees, and the public while following security procedures and site policies.
• Monitor front desk access by greeting visitors, verifying IDs, issuing visitor credentials, and maintaining records.
• Respond calmly to incidents and critical situations and follow reporting procedures.
• Monitor front-desk activity and entry points to deter unauthorized access and support operations at the government location.
• Answer calls, provide information, and direct visitors to appropriate offices.

Skills

Security experience

DoD clearance

Armed guard license

21+ years old

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Armed Guard Card/License

DoD Confidential Clearance

Job description

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 Reception Clearance Required 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 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. As an Armed Front Desk Security Professional at a government location, you will serve as a welcoming, highly visible presence, supporting access control, visitor screening, credential verification, and clear communication with employees and guests. You will help address security-related concerns, maintain accurate records, and provide professional customer service. Join Allied Universal’s caring, agile team, where integrity, reliability, and teamwork drive meaningful work.

Position Type: Part Time

Pay Rate: $18.84 / Hour

Job Schedule:

• Wed 11:00 PM - 07:00 AM
• Thur 11:00 PM - 07:00 AM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to visitors, employees, and members of the public while carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and, when appropriate, emergency response activities.
• Monitor access at the front desk by greeting visitors, verifying identification and authorization, issuing visitor credentials, and maintaining accurate visitor records.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, notifying appropriate personnel and following established reporting procedures.
• Monitor front-desk activity, communications, and designated entry points to help deter unauthorized access and support orderly operations at the government location.
• Answer and direct telephone calls, provide general information, and assist with routing visitors to appropriate offices or departments.

Minimum Requirements:

• Possess 3+ years’ combined law enforcement, military, and/or security-related experience or a college degree.
• Possess an active DoD Confidential Clearance.
• Have 3+ years of experience as a military police officer, corrections officer, or armed security professional, or be a certified law enforcement graduate.
• Have 1+ years of law enforcement experience or 2+ years of security-related supervisor/manager experience.
• Possess an Armed Guard Card/License.
• Have 5+ years of security-related experience.
• 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.

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.