Security Officer Armed Front Desk Security

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

Benefits offered by this job

Smart Tools

Career Growth

Financial and Health Benefits

Exclusive Perks

Job summary

Allied Universal in Houston, TX is seeking a Security Officer Armed Front Desk to safeguard a government facility. You will greet visitors, verify IDs, monitor access, and respond to incidents, powering security operations with professionalism and courtesy.

This full-time role requires 3+ years of security or related experience, an armed guard card, and at least a high school diploma; 21+ for armed positions, and compliance with background checks and drug screening.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of combined law enforcement, military, and/or security-related experience or a college degree.
• 1+ years of armed security-related, law enforcement, and/or military experience.
• Be at least 21 years of age for armed roles.
• Possess an armed guard card or license.
• Possess a college degree.
• Have 5+ years of security-related experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to visitors and employees at a government facility following site procedures.
• Staff the front desk, greet and direct visitors, verify identification and access authorization, and maintain visitor logs.
• Monitor entry activity, respond to access-control concerns, and report unusual activity.
• Respond to incidents and alarms in a calm, professional manner following emergency procedures.
• Assist with administrative front-desk duties, including answering phones and directing site personnel.

Skills

Customer service

Front desk operations

Armed security

Law enforcement experience

Education

College degree

High school diploma

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 Security Officer Armed Front Desk Security in Houston, TX, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government, and more. As an Armed Front Desk Officer at a government location, you will serve as a professional, welcoming presence while supporting security-related operations. You will greet visitors, verify access, monitor entry activity, maintain clear communications, and respond to incidents in accordance with site procedures. Join Allied Universal’s agile, reliable, and innovative team, where a caring culture, teamwork, and integrity help deliver exceptional service.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $18.84 / Hour

Job Schedule:

DayTimeFri06:00 PM - 06:00 AMSat06:00 PM - 06:00 AMSun06:00 PM - 06:00 AM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to visitors, employees, and/or contractors at a government facility by following site-specific procedures and security-related policies.
• Staff the front desk, greet and direct visitors, verify identification and access authorization, and maintain visitor logs in accordance with site requirements.
• Monitor entry activity, respond to access-control concerns, and report unusual or unauthorized activity to appropriate personnel.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem-solving manner, following established emergency response procedures.
• Assist with administrative front-desk duties, including answering phones, providing directions, and communicating relevant information to site personnel.

Minimum Requirements:

• Have 3+ years of combined law enforcement, military, and/or security-related experience or a college degree.
• Have 1+ years of armed security-related, law enforcement, and/or military experience.
• Have 1+ years of law enforcement experience, 2+ years of security-related supervisor or manager experience, or 5+ years of security-related experience.
• Possess an armed guard card or license.
• Possess a college degree.
• 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 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.