Security Officer Armed Part Time Reception

Alliedbarton Security Services; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 23,000 - 29,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart Tools

Career Growth

Financial Benefits

Exclusive Perks

Job summary

Allied Universal is seeking an Armed Part-Time Security Officer for the front desk at a government facility in Houston, TX. You will serve as a welcoming, highly visible presence, manage access, verify credentials, and respond to security concerns while delivering exceptional customer service.

This role offers flexible day and night shifts, a pathway to additional duty opportunities through our Claim a Shift platform, and the chance to contribute to a safe, professional environment for employees

Qualifications

• Possess at least 3 years of combined law enforcement, military, or security-related experience, or a college degree.
• Possess at least 1 year of armed security-related, law enforcement, or military experience.
• Possess at least 1 year of law enforcement experience, 2 years of security-related supervisor or manager experience, or 3 years of security-related experience.
• Possess an Armed Guard Card or license.
• Possess a college degree.
• Possess at least 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.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to visitors, employees, and members of the public at a government facility by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and emergency response activities when appropriate.
• Staff the front desk, greet and direct visitors, verify identification and access authorization, issue visitor credentials, and maintain visitor logs in accordance with site procedures.
• Monitor entry points, alarms, cameras, and other security-related systems from a stationary post, reporting unusual activity or access concerns to appropriate personnel.
• Respond to incidents, questions, and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem-solving manner, following established reporting and escalation procedures.
• Maintain accurate records of visitor activity, incidents, deliveries, and other front-desk operations, while communicating professionally with site personnel and emergency responders as needed.

Skills

Armed Guard Card

College degree

Security experience

Law enforcement experience

21+ age

Education

College degree

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 Part Time Reception 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 at a government location, you will serve as a welcoming, highly visible presence, helping to maintain a secure and professional environment for employees and visitors. You will manage access, verify credentials, respond to security-related concerns, and deliver exceptional customer service and communication. At Allied Universal, you will contribute through teamwork, integrity, reliability, agility, and innovation in a caring culture that puts people first.

Position Type: Part Time

Pay Rate: $18.84 / Hour

Job Schedule:

DayTimeMon06:00 PM - 06:00 AMTue06:00 PM - 06:00 AM

What You’ll Do:

• Provide customer service to visitors, employees, and members of the public at a government facility by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and emergency response activities when appropriate.
• Staff the front desk, greet and direct visitors, verify identification and access authorization, issue visitor credentials, and maintain visitor logs in accordance with site procedures.
• Monitor entry points, alarms, cameras, and other security-related systems from a stationary post, reporting unusual activity or access concerns to appropriate personnel.
• Respond to incidents, questions, and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem-solving manner, following established reporting and escalation procedures.
• Maintain accurate records of visitor activity, incidents, deliveries, and other front-desk operations, while communicating professionally with site personnel and emergency responders as needed.

Minimum Requirements:

• Possess at least 3 years of combined law enforcement, military, or security-related experience, or a college degree.
• Possess at least 1 year of armed security-related, law enforcement, or military experience.
• Possess at least 1 year of law enforcement experience, 2 years of security-related supervisor or manager experience, or 3 years of security-related experience.
• Possess an Armed Guard Card or license.
• Possess a college degree.
• Possess at least 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.

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.