Security Officer Enhanced Part Time Armed Patrol Qualifications

Allied Universal; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

AD&D

Retirement plans

Disability insurance

Paid holidays

Job summary

Allied Universal is seeking a Security Officer Enhanced Part Time Armed Patrol in Houston, TX. This role offers fixed part-time shifts with opportunities to pick up extra shifts and earn more.

Candidates should have extensive armed security experience and Texas Level III certification, with a strong emphasis on safety, customer service, and compliance. The position pays $22.00 per hour and includes flexible scheduling, site-specific procedures, and career growth opportunities within a large

Qualifications

• Armed certification in Texas required.
• Minimum 3 years of law enforcement, corrections, or military experience, or 5 years of armed security experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to shoppers, employees, and visitors while following site procedures and emergency response activities.
• Conduct regular armed patrols of the store, parking, loading areas, and surrounding perimeter to deter unauthorized activity.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, disturbances, and critical situations in a calm, professional manner.
• Monitor access points and report suspicious behavior or hazards to appropriate personnel.
• Complete accurate activity reports and incident documentation; communicate with store personnel, law enforcement, and emergency responders as needed.

Education

Level III Armed Certification (Texas)

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.

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

Life doesn’t always follow a fixed schedule. That’s why we created the Security Officer – Part Time Enhanced position: a flexible, dependable option for individuals looking to supplement their income, gain hands‑on experience, or work toward a full-time career with the industry leader.

Security Officer Enhanced Part Time Armed Patrol Qualifications

As a Security Officer Enhanced Part Time Armed Patrol Qualifications in Houston, TX, this role is designed to provide reliable, consistent hours at an assigned site with the flexibility for you to earn more by picking‑up additional shifts when it works for you.

Pay Rate: $22.00 / Hour

Job Schedule

DayTimeMon02:00 PM - 08:00 PM

How This Role Works

• Fixed-Shift Commitment (“Anchor Shifts”): You will be hired for a designated site and weekly shift that serves as your reliable base schedule. This assignment requires a six (6) month commitment.
• Earn More, Claim-A-Shift Program: In addition to your fixed shift, you may pick‑up extra shifts through our scheduling platform, allowing you to increase earnings and gain experience across multiple sites. Work part-time hours this week and full-time the next. It’s all up to you.

This role is ideal for candidates seeking part-time employment with flexibility, income stability, and opportunities to build-up to a full-time schedule of up to 40 hours per week; always with the option to scale back when needed.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to shoppers, employees, and visitors while carrying out site‑specific procedures, policies, and emergency response activities.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols throughout the store, parking areas, loading areas, and surrounding perimeter to help deter unauthorized activity and identify security‑related concerns.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, disturbances, and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem‑solving manner, following established post orders.
• Monitor access points, observe activity within assigned areas, and report suspicious behavior, hazards, and policy violations to appropriate personnel.
• Complete accurate activity reports and incident documentation, and maintain professional communication with store personnel, law enforcement, and emergency responders as needed.

Minimum Requirements

• Possess at least 3 years of combined law enforcement, corrections, or military experience, or at least 5 years of armed security‑related experience.
• Possess a Level III Armed Certification in Texas only.
• 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

• Flexible Scheduling: Choose from a variety of open shifts that align with your availability and lifestyle.
• Career Growth: Clear path to full‑time roles and ongoing advancement through paid training programs.
• Smart Tools: Access exclusive technology for real‑time shift visibility and claiming.
• Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, basic life, AD&D, retirement plans, and disability insurance; seven holidays annually paid at time and a half, if worked; 40 hours of vacation after one year of employment at eligible work assignments (unused vacation is only paid out where required by law).
• Employee Perks: Enjoy discounts at restaurants, entertainment venues, and more 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.

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