Security Officer Full Time Armed Patrol Specialist

Alliedbarton Security Services; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

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Job summary

Allied Universal is hiring a Security Officer Full Time Armed Patrol Specialist in Houston, TX. You will safeguard government locations, perform regular armed patrols, verify access, and respond to incidents with professionalism and care.

Requirements include 3+ years in armed security or law enforcement, Texas Level III armed certification, a valid armed guard license, and the ability to pass background checks and a drug screen. 21+ and HS diploma required.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in armed security or law enforcement.
• Armed guard card or license required.
• Texas Level III armed certification required.
• Background check and drug screen required.
• Must be 21+ years old.
• High school diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to visitors, employees, and the public at a government location.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, disturbances, and critical situations calmly and professionally.
• Conduct regular armed patrols of buildings, grounds, and perimeter areas.
• Monitor restricted areas, verify credentials, and document visitor activity and incidents.
• Maintain proficiency with equipment and follow post orders while performing armed duties.

Skills

Armed security

Customer service

Patrol operations

Access control

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 Full Time Armed Patrol Specialist in Houston, TX, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government, and more. As an Armed Security Officer supporting a government location, you will monitor and patrol assigned areas, maintain a visible presence to help deter security-related incidents, and respond professionally to site needs. You will provide exceptional customer service, clear communication, and dependable support while representing Allied Universal’s agile, reliable, innovative, and people-first culture with integrity and teamwork.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $18.84 / Hour

Job Schedule:DayTimeWed06:00 AM - 02:00 PMThur06:00 AM - 02:00 PMFri07:00 PM - 03:00 AMSat07:00 PM - 03:00 AMSun07:00 PM - 03:00 AM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to visitors, employees, and members of the public by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and emergency response activities at a government location.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, disturbances, and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem-solving manner, coordinating with appropriate personnel and public agencies as needed.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols of buildings, grounds, parking areas, access points, and perimeter areas to help deter unauthorized activity and identify security-related concerns.
• Monitor access to restricted areas, verify credentials as required, and document visitor activity, patrol findings, incidents, and other security-related observations.
• Maintain proficiency with assigned equipment and follow applicable laws, policies, and post orders while performing armed duties.

Minimum Requirements:

• Have 3+ years of experience as a military police officer, corrections officer, or armed security professional, or be a certified law enforcement graduate.
• Possess an armed guard card or license.
• Have 3+ years of combined law enforcement, corrections, and/or military experience or 5+ years of armed security experience.
• Possess 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:

• 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.