Unarmed Security Professional

AUS; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 19,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Allied Universal is seeking a Security Officer for a full-time Access Integrity role in Houston, TX. The position focuses on managing entry and exit activity, verifying access, and maintaining a welcoming environment for residents and visitors.

Responsibilities include monitoring access points, responding to security concerns, and performing regular patrols to deter unauthorized activity. A background check and drug screening are required, with licensing considerations based on state regulations.

Qualifications

• Two years of security-related experience.
• Three years of combined law enforcement, military, and/or security-related experience, or a college degree.
• Must be at least 18 years old for unarmed roles; 21+ for armed roles.
• Background check required under applicable laws; drug screening required where permitted.
• Licensing requirements may apply; valid driver’s license required for driving positions.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to residents, guests, vendors, and visitors by carrying out access control procedures and site policies.
• Monitor access points and verify visitor, vendor, and delivery authorization per residential procedures.
• Maintain accurate records of visitors, contractors, deliveries, and incidents; share information with site personnel.
• Respond to incidents and access concerns calmly and resolve issues per site procedures.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of common areas, entry points, parking areas, and perimeter to deter unauthorized activity.

Skills

Customer service

Access control

Patrols

Security procedures

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

College degree (preferred)

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 Access Integrity in Houston, TX, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Residential, and more. As an Access Control Security Professional at a residential location, you will help manage entry and exit activity, verify authorized access, maintain a visible presence, and support a welcoming environment for residents and visitors. You will communicate clearly, respond to security-related concerns, and help deter incidents through attentive monitoring. Join Allied Universal, where agile, reliable, innovative teams put people first and act with integrity.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $16.50 / 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 residents, guests, vendors, and visitors by carrying out access control procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities.
• Monitor access points and verify visitor, vendor, and delivery authorization in accordance with residential community procedures.
• Maintain accurate visitor, contractor, delivery, and incident records; communicate relevant access-related information to authorized site personnel.
• Respond to incidents, access concerns, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner; notify appropriate personnel as directed by site procedures.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of residential common areas, entry points, parking areas, and the perimeter to help to deter unauthorized activity.

Minimum Requirements:

• Have at least two years of security-related experience.
• Have at least three years of combined law enforcement, military, and/or security-related experience, or possess a college degree.
• 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.

If you have difficulty using the online system and require an alternate method to apply or require an accommodation, please contact our local Human Resources department. To find an office near you, please visit: www.aus.com/offices.