Security Officer Downtown

Alliedbarton Security Services; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 29,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart Tools

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Financial and Health Benefits

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Job summary

Allied Universal is seeking a Security Officer with Military Police experience for a full-time role in Austin, TX. The officer will monitor access, patrol facilities, and deter security incidents while delivering excellent customer service.

Ideal candidates have 3+ years in law enforcement/armed security, can type 40 wpm, and will undergo background checks and drug screening as required by law. 18+ (or 21+ for armed roles) and a high school diploma are required.

Qualifications

• 3+ years experience as Military Police/Corrections/Armed Security or a Certified Law Enforcement Graduate.
• Type at a minimum of 40 words per minute.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• As a condition of employment, candidates will be subject to background investigation in accordance with laws.
• Licensing requirements may be required prior to employment.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to employees, visitors, contractors, and/or vendors at a technology, media, and telecom location by carrying out security procedures and site policies.
• Respond to incidents, access-control concerns, and critical situations calmly, escalating per site procedures.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of office areas, common spaces, exterior grounds, parking areas, and perimeter.
• Monitor access points, visitor activity, and security systems per site requirements and document observations.
• Maintain a professional environment by clear communication with site personnel and following protocols.

Skills

MP/security experience

Typing speed 40 wpm

Customer service

Education

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 Military Police Experience in Austin, TX, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Tech/Media/Telecom, and more. As a Security Officer supporting a dynamic technology, media, and telecommunications location, you will monitor access points, conduct routine patrols, and maintain a visible presence to help deter security-related incidents. You will deliver outstanding customer service, communicate professionally with employees and visitors, and use technology to document activities and support access control operations. Join Allied Universal’s agile, reliable, innovative team, where a caring culture, teamwork, and integrity come first.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $25.00 / Hour

Job Schedule:

DayTimeWed02:00 PM - 10:00 PMThur02:00 PM - 10:00 PMFri02:00 PM - 10:00 PMSat02:00 PM - 10:00 PMSun02:00 PM - 10:00 PM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to employees, visitors, contractors, 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‑control concerns, and critical situations in a calm, problem‑solving manner, escalating matters in accordance with site procedures.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of office areas, common spaces, exterior grounds, parking areas, and the business perimeter to help identify and report unusual activity or conditions.
• Monitor access points, visitor activity, and/or security‑related systems in accordance with site requirements, documenting observations and incidents accurately.
• Assist with maintaining a professional environment by communicating clearly with site personnel and following Allied Universal and client site protocols.

Minimum Requirements:

• Have 3+ years of experience as a Military Police Officer, Corrections Officer, Armed Security Professional, or be a Certified Law Enforcement Graduate.
• Type at a minimum of 40 words per minute.
• Be comfortable using a computer or tablet preferred.
• Have access control and badge experience preferred.
• Have customer service experience 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.