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Armed Security Officer

Life doesn’t always follow a fixed schedule. That’s why we created the Security Officer – Part Time Enhanced position: a flexible, dependable option for individuals looking to supplement their income, gain hands-on experience, or work toward a full-time career with the industry leader.

As a **Security Officer** in **Houston, TX** , this role is designed to provide reliable, consistent hours at an assigned site with the flexibility for you to earn more by picking-up additional shifts when it works for you.

**Pay Rate: $22.00 / Hour**

**Pre-Employment Requirements (Contractual)**

**21+ Years of Age (C101)**

**Active Armed Guard Card/License (Texas only) (C122)**

**Valid Driver's License - AU Driver Policy Requirements (C123)**

**3+ Years' Combined Law Enforcement/Corrections/Military OR 5+ Years Armed Security Experience (C158)**

**Job Schedule:**

**Day** **Time**

Thur02:00 PM - 11:30 PM

**How This Role Works:**

+ **Fixed-Shift Commitment (“Anchor Shifts”):** You will be hired for a designated site and weekly shift that serves as your reliable base schedule. This assignment requires a six (6) month commitment.

+ **Earn More, Claim-A-Shift Program:** In addition to your fixed shift, you may pick-up extra shifts through our scheduling platform, allowing you to increase earnings and gain experience across multiple sites. Work part-time hours this week and full-time the next. It’s all up to you.

This role is ideal for candidates seeking part-time employment with flexibility, income stability, and opportunities to build-up to a full-time schedule of up to 40 hours per week; always with the option to scale back when needed.

**Responsibilities:**

+ Provide customer service by carrying out assigned security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and/or appropriate emergency response activities at a retail location.

+ Respond to incidents, disturbances, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including documenting observations and reporting relevant details to site contacts and/or local authorities when needed.

+ Conduct regular and random armed patrols throughout the store, parking areas, loading zones, and perimeter to help to deter unwanted activity and identify unusual conditions.

+ Monitor access points, observe customer and visitor activity, and support loss prevention and asset protection efforts through visible presence and timely reporting of security-related concerns.

+ Assist with de-escalation of confrontational situations, provide direction to customers and staff, and follow post orders related to alarms, suspicious activity, and emergency situations.

**Minimum Requirements:**

+ Must have 3 or more years of combined law enforcement, corrections, and/or military experience or 5 or more years of armed security-related experience.

+ Must be at least 21 years of age.

+ A valid driver’s license is required in accordance with Allied Universal driver policy requirements.

+ A Level III Armed Certification is required 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 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.

**Job ID:** 2026-1605477

**Location:** United States-Texas-Houston

**Job Category:** Security Officer, Armed Security, Part Time Security


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