Security Officer Armed Access Control

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

Benefits offered by this job

Smart tools and shift claiming

Career growth opportunities

Financial benefits and retirement plan

Exclusive perks program discounts

Job summary

Allied Universal, North America’s leading security and facility services company, is seeking a Part-Time Armed Access Control Officer in Houston, TX. You will manage entry points, verify credentials, monitor activity, and provide professional customer service at a government location.

Join a dynamic team and benefit from flexible scheduling, on-the-job training, and opportunities to advance. Prior security experience and an armed guard license are valued, with additional benefits through our

Qualifications

• Possess at least 1 year of law enforcement experience, 2 years of security-related supervisor/manager experience, or 3 years of security-related experience.
• Armed Guard Card/License is required.
• College degree is required.
• Customer service experience is preferred.
• Be at least 21 years of age for armed roles.
• Background check and drug screen will be conducted as required.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to visitors, employees, and the public by performing access control and following site policies.
• Monitor entrances/exits and verify credentials to control access per procedures.
• Maintain visitor, contractor, and vehicle access records and report discrepancies.
• Respond calmly to access-related incidents following site protocols.
• Conduct regular patrols and report unusual activity or hazards.

Skills

Customer service

Computer use

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 Security Officer Armed Access Control 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. Join Allied Universal as an Armed Access Control Officer supporting a government location. You will manage entry points, verify credentials, monitor activity, respond to security-related concerns, and provide professional customer service and communication. Your visible presence will help to deter incidents while supporting an orderly environment. Be part of an agile, reliable, and innovative team that puts people first, delivers through teamwork, and acts with integrity.

Position Type: Part Time

Military Veterans are Encouraged to Apply!

Pay Rate: $18.84 / Hour

Job Schedule:

• Sat: 07:00 PM - 07:00 AM
• Sun: 07:00 PM - 07:00 AM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to visitors, employees, and members of the public by carrying out access control procedures, site-specific policies, and emergency response activities when appropriate at a government location.
• Monitor entrances, exits, and restricted areas; verify identification and authorization credentials; and control access in accordance with established procedures.
• Maintain accurate visitor, contractor, and vehicle access records, issue and recover access credentials as directed, and report discrepancies to appropriate personnel.
• Respond to access-related incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, following site-specific response protocols.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of assigned areas and the perimeter to identify and report unusual activity, access concerns, and security-related hazards.

Minimum Requirements:

• Possess at least 1 year 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.
• Customer service experience is preferred.
• Comfortable using a computer or tablet 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.

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.