Armed Flex Security Officer

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.

As a Security Officer Flex Armed Front-Desk Driver in Houston, TX, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government, and more. Join a leading team where flexibility meets opportunity. As a Flex Part-Time Security Officer, you can build a schedule that works for you and explore new roles using our Claim a Shift platform. Learn more: aus.com/earnmore. Join Allied Universal at a government location as a Front Desk Officer, serving as a professional first point of contact while supporting access control, visitor screening, and incident documentation. You will maintain a visible presence, communicate clearly with staff and guests, and help to deter security-related issues through attentive observation and timely reporting. This is an armed post requiring an armed guard card/license and a valid driver's license.

Position Type: Flex

Pay Rate: $18.84 / Hour

Job Schedule:

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 Benefits: Participate in our retirement savings plan to invest in your future.
• Exclusive Perks: Enjoy discounts on top brands and services through our Perks Program.

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to visitors and staff at a government facility by following Allied Universal site-specific policies, access procedures, and/or emergency response activities as needed.
• Staff the front desk and manage visitor processing, including sign-in requirements, credential checks per post orders, issuing temporary badges, and directing individuals to appropriate departments.
• Monitor cameras, alarms, and other building systems from the front desk and respond to alerts and/or irregular activity in a calm, problem-solving manner.
• Answer phones and handle routine inquiries, coordinate with facility contacts and public service personnel when assistance is needed, and document calls and actions taken.
• Complete detailed incident reports, shift logs, and other required documentation related to security-related activities, access control events, and/or policy violations.

Minimum Requirements:

• A valid driver's license is required in the state where the job is located.
• Possess 3 or more years combined law enforcement, military, and/or security experience or a college degree.
• Possess an active DoD Confidential clearance.
• Possess an armed guard card and/or license.
• Provide proof of a high school diploma or GED as required by the client.
• Possess 6 months or more armed security, law enforcement, and/or military experience.
• Be 21 or more years of age.
• Possess an active DoD Top Secret clearance.
• 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.

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.