Security Officer Government Site Afternoon Patrol

Allied Universal; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart Tools

Career Growth

Benefits

Perks Program

Job summary

Allied Universal in Austin, TX seeks a Security Officer for Government Site Afternoon Patrol to safeguard government facilities and personnel. You will perform unarmed patrols, monitor access, document activities, and deliver professional customer service while adhering to site policies and emergency procedures.

This full-time role offers consistent evening shifts, training opportunities, and access to Allied Universal tools and perks.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of security-related experience.
• Experience using a computer or tablet is preferred.
• Customer service experience is preferred.
• Access control and badge experience is preferred.
• Must be at least 18 years of age for unarmed roles; 21+ for armed roles.
• Background check required by law.
• Drug screen required where permitted.
• Licensing requirements may apply.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to visitors and staff while carrying out security procedures and site policies at a government location.
• Respond to incidents calmly and report to appropriate personnel.
• Conduct regular unarmed patrols of assigned buildings and surrounding areas to deter unauthorized activity.
• Monitor access points and observe activity, reporting concerns to contacts.
• Prepare clear incident reports and maintain activity logs.

Skills

Security experience

Customer service

Computer literacy

Access control

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

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 Government Site Afternoon Patrol in Austin, TX, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government, and more. As an Unarmed Patrol Officer at a government location, you will monitor and patrol assigned areas, maintain a visible presence to help deter security-related incidents, and support access control and badge processes. You will provide outstanding customer service, communicate professionally with visitors and staff, and use computer or tablet systems to document activities. Join Allied Universal, where agility, reliability, innovation, teamwork, and integrity guide our people-first culture.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $22.00 / Hour

Job Schedule:

DayTimeMon02:00 PM - 10:00 PMTue02:00 PM - 10:00 PMWed02:00 PM - 10:00 PMSat02:00 PM - 10:00 PMSun02:00 PM - 10:00 PM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to visitors, employees, and members of the public while carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and emergency response activities at a government location.
• Respond to incidents, public concerns, and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem‑solving manner, following established protocols and notifying appropriate personnel.
• Conduct regular and random unarmed patrols of assigned buildings, public areas, parking locations, and perimeter areas to help deter unauthorized activity and identify potential concerns.
• Monitor access points and observe activity within assigned areas, reporting suspicious behavior, hazards, maintenance concerns, and policy violations to the appropriate contacts.
• Prepare clear, accurate reports and maintain activity logs for incidents, patrols, and other security‑related observations.

Minimum Requirements:

• Have at least 1 year of security-related experience.
• Experience using a computer or tablet is preferred.
• Customer service experience is preferred.
• Access control and badge experience is 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.