Armed Security Officer — Part-Time Govt Site, Austin

Allied Universal; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

Allied Universal is seeking an Armed Security Officer for a part-time government site in Austin, TX. The role involves patrolling government facilities, monitoring access, and providing excellent customer service while maintaining safety and security protocols.

The position requires an armed guard card, 3+ years of related experience or 5+ years in armed security, and a high school diploma. Schedule varies; pay is $25 per hour. Allied Universal offers flexible shifts and training opportunities.

Qualifications

• Possess a valid armed guard card or license.
• Minimum 3 years of combined law enforcement, corrections, or military experience, or at least 5 years of armed security-related experience.
• Access control and badge experience is preferred.
• CPR certification is preferred.
• Customer service experience is preferred.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to visitors, employees, and members of the public while carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and emergency response activities as appropriate.
• Conduct regular and random unarmed patrols of assigned government facilities, public areas, parking locations, building perimeters, and surrounding grounds.
• Monitor access points and observe activity to help maintain orderly operations and report unusual conditions or policy concerns to appropriate personnel.
• Respond to incidents, public inquiries, and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem-solving manner.
• Prepare clear, accurate reports and communicate observations, incidents, and follow-up needs to Allied Universal leadership and site representatives.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Attention to detail

Calm under pressure

Observation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Allied Universal is seeking an Armed Security Officer for a part-time government site in Austin, TX. The role involves patrolling government facilities, monitoring access, and providing excellent customer service while maintaining safety and security protocols.

The position requires an armed guard card, 3+ years of related experience or 5+ years in armed security, and a high school diploma. Schedule varies; pay is $25 per hour. Allied Universal offers flexible shifts and training opportunities.