Armed Security Officer - Burress St.

Allied Universal; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart Tools

Career Growth

Financial Benefits

Perks Program

Job summary

Allied Universal’s Armed Security Officer role in Houston, TX offers part-time hours at a pay rate of $18.84 per hour. The officer will provide a professional front-desk presence, monitor access, verify visitors, and respond to incidents in a government location, ensuring a secure environment.

This position requires 21+ years of age, armed guard card, a college degree or significant security experience, and the ability to work a 12-hour night shift on Mon and Tue.

Qualifications

• 3+ years combined law enforcement, military, and/or security-related experience OR a college degree.
• 1+ years armed security-related, law enforcement, and/or military experience.
• 1+ years law enforcement experience, 2+ years security supervisor/manager experience, or 3+ years security experience.
• Armed Guard Card/License.
• College degree.
• 5+ years security-related experience.
• Must be 21+ for armed roles.
• HS Diploma/GED required.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to visitors and staff at a government front desk.
• Monitor access, greet and direct visitors, verify ID and appointment info, maintain logs.

Skills

Customer service

Front desk operations

Security awareness

Education

College degree

High school diploma

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 Armed Security Officer - Burress St. 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 supporting a government location, you will serve as a welcoming, professional point of contact while helping to maintain a secure environment. Responsibilities include monitoring access, verifying visitors, responding to security-related concerns, communicating clearly with staff and guests, and helping to deter incidents through a visible presence. Join Allied Universal’s agile, reliable team, where caring, integrity, innovation, and teamwork guide every interaction.

Position Type: Part Time

Pay Rate: $18.84 / Hour

Position Requirements

• 21+ Years of Age
• 3+ Years' Combined Law Enforcement/Military/Security Experience OR a College Degree
• 1+ Years' Law Enforcement Experience OR 2+ Years' Security Supervisor/Manager Experience OR 3+ Years' Security Experience
• 1+ Years' Armed Security/Law Enforcement/Military Experience
• Security Experience - 5+ Years
• College Degree
• Armed Guard Card/License
• Client Requires Proof of HS Diploma/GED

Job Schedule:

• Mon 06:00 PM - 06:00 AM
• Tue 06:00 PM - 06:00 AM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to visitors, employees, and members of the public at a government front desk by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and emergency response activities as appropriate.
• Monitor access to the location, greet and direct visitors, verify identification and appointment information, and maintain visitor logs in accordance with established procedures.
• Operate front-desk communications equipment, answer incoming calls, relay information to appropriate personnel, and provide clear directions or assistance to guests.
• Observe and report unusual activity, access concerns, hazards, and policy violations to appropriate personnel while maintaining a professional and courteous presence.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, following site-specific protocols and contacting emergency services or designated personnel when appropriate.

Minimum Requirements:

• Possess 3+ years of combined law enforcement, military, and/or security-related experience or a college degree.
• Possess 1+ years of armed security-related, law enforcement, and/or military experience.
• Possess 1+ years of law enforcement experience, 2+ years of security-related supervisor/manager experience, or 3+ years of security-related experience.
• Possess an Armed Guard Card/License.
• Possess a college degree.
• Possess 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.