Security Officer Level III Armed Patrol

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.

As a Security Officer Level III Armed Patrol in Austin, TX
, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Retail/Malls, and more. Join a leading team where flexibility meets opportunity. As a 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:  Join Allied Universal as an armed patrol officer at a busy retail location, where you will conduct routine patrols, maintain a visible presence to help to deter security-related incidents, and deliver exceptional customer service and communication.

This role offers the chance to support people first through teamwork, integrity, agility, reliability, and innovation while making a meaningful impact each day in a dynamic environment.

Position Type:
Part Time

Pay Rate: $26.50 / Hour

Job Schedule:

Day Time Mon
04:15 PM - 11:30 PM
Sun
04:15 PM - 11:30 PM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to visitors, customers, and/or staff by following site-specific procedures, access protocols, and emergency response activities at a retail location.
• Respond to incidents, disturbances, and/or critical situations in a calm, professional, and problem-solving manner, documenting relevant details and reporting concerns to site contacts and/or local authorities when appropriate.
• Conduct regular and random patrols throughout the store, parking areas, loading zones, and perimeter to help identify unusual activity, policy violations, and/or potential hazards.
• Monitor entrances, exits, high-traffic areas, and cash-handling locations to help support security-related procedures, access control, and loss prevention efforts.
• Carry authorized armed post duties in accordance with Allied Universal policies, post orders, and applicable laws, while maintaining professionalism during interactions with the public and store personnel.

Minimum Requirements:

• Possess 3+ years of combined law enforcement, corrections, and/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.
• 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.

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: