About the Role
Allied Universal is seeking a flexible and dependable Armed Security Officer for part-time enhanced positions in Austin, TX. This role offers a fixed schedule with the opportunity to earn more by picking up additional shifts, providing a sense of purpose and contributing to a positive impact on communities and customers.
Responsibilities
- Provide customer service to clients, store associates, and visitors by carrying out site-specific procedures, access-control practices, and emergency response activities.
- Respond to incidents, disturbances, and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem-solving manner, following established reporting and escalation procedures.
- Conduct regular and random armed patrols throughout the retail location, including sales areas, receiving areas, parking lots, and perimeter locations, to help deter unauthorized activity.
- Monitor for security-related concerns such as suspicious activity, unauthorized access, theft-related incidents, and hazards; document observations and notify appropriate personnel.
- Maintain a professional armed presence while complying with applicable laws, site policies, and Allied Universal procedures.
Requirements
- Have at least 3 years of combined law enforcement, corrections, or military experience or 5 years of armed security-related experience.
- Be at least 21 years of age.
- Possess a Level III Armed Certification in Texas only.
- Possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
- Applicants will be subject to a background investigation in accordance with all federal, state, and local laws.
- 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.
Location
- Austin, TX
Work Type
- Part Time
- Full-time
Experience Level
- 3 years of combined law enforcement, corrections, or military experience
- 5 years of armed security-related experience
Education Level
- High school diploma or equivalent
Salary/Compensations
- $26.50 / Hour
Benefits
- Access to exclusive technology to view and claim additional shifts
- Paid training
- Access to career growth opportunities
- Retirement savings plan
- Discounts on top brands and services through our Perks Program
About the Company
- Allied Universal is North America's leading security and facility services company.
- Offers rewarding careers that provide a sense of purpose.
- Contributes to a culture that positively impacts the communities and customers served.
Equal Opportunity
- 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.
