Elite Armed Security Officer - Downtown Austin

Allied Universal; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart tools access

Career growth

Benefits package

Perks program

Job summary

Allied Universal is hiring an Elite Armed Security Officer in Downtown Austin, TX to protect facilities at a technology, media, and telecom location. You will patrol, deter incidents, manage access control, and provide professional customer service.

The role is full-time with a $30.00/hour pay rate. Minimum requirements include 3+ years in military police, corrections, or armed security, plus a Level III Armed Certification in Texas and a minimum 40 WPM typing speed. Benefits are provided.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of experience as a military police officer, corrections officer, armed guard, or equivalent.
• Minimum typing speed of 40 words per minute.
• Must hold a Level III Armed Certification in Texas.
• An armed guard card or license is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to employees, visitors, and/or vendors at a technology, media, and telecommunications location by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities.
• Respond to incidents, access concerns, and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem-solving manner, escalating matters according to site procedures.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of the business, perimeter, entry points, and common areas to help deter unauthorized activity and identify security-related concerns.
• Monitor access control points, visitor activity, and/or alarm systems as assigned, documenting observations and reporting unusual conditions.
• Prepare accurate incident reports, maintain required logs, and communicate professionally with site contacts, emergency responders, and Allied Universal leadership.

Skills

Customer service

Access control

Incident reporting

Education

High school diploma

Level III Armed Certification (Texas)

Armed guard card/licence

Job description

Overview

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.

Job Description

As a Elite Armed Security Officer Downtown in Austin, TX, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Tech/Media/Telecom, and more. Join Allied Universal as an Armed Security Officer supporting a dynamic technology, media, and telecommunications location. You will monitor and patrol assigned areas, help deter security-related incidents, support access control activities, and provide exceptional customer service and communication. Bring your professionalism and experience to a team that is agile, reliable, innovative, caring, and committed to acting with integrity.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $30.00 / Hour

Job Schedule:

• Thur: 03:00 PM - 11:00 PM
• Fri: 03:00 PM - 11:00 PM
• Sat: 03:00 PM - 11:00 PM
• Sun: 03:00 PM - 11:00 PM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to employees, visitors, and/or vendors at a technology, media, and telecommunications location by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities.
• Respond to incidents, access concerns, and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem-solving manner, escalating matters according to site procedures.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of the business, perimeter, entry points, and common areas to help to deter unauthorized activity and identify security-related concerns.
• Monitor access control points, visitor activity, and/or alarm systems as assigned, documenting observations and reporting unusual conditions.
• Prepare accurate incident reports, maintain required logs, and communicate professionally with site contacts, emergency responders, and Allied Universal leadership.

Minimum Requirements:

• Possess at least 3 years of experience as a military police officer, corrections officer, armed guard, or be a certified law enforcement graduate.
• Demonstrate a minimum typing speed of 40 words per minute.
• Hold a Level III Armed Certification in Texas.
• An armed guard card or license is preferred.
• Access control and badge experience is preferred.
• Be at least 18 years of age for unarmed roles; 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.
• 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 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.

Closing

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.C15802

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