Elite Armed Security Officer

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 Armed Patrol Driver Coverage in Odessa, TX
, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Retail/Malls, and more. Join Allied Universal as an Armed Patrol Officer at a busy retail location, where you will conduct routine vehicle and foot patrols, remain visible to help deter security‑related incidents, and support a welcoming environment through strong customer service and communication. This driving post offers the chance to make an impact each day while reflecting Allied Universal’s values of being agile, reliable, innovative, and acting with integrity.

Position Type:
Full Time

Pay Rate: $25.00 / Hour

Job Schedule:

Day Time:
Monday 04:00 PM - 11:30 PM
Tuesday 04:00 PM - 11:30 PM
Wednesday 04:00 PM - 11:30 PM
Thursday 04:00 PM - 11:30 PM
Friday 04:00 PM - 11:30 PM
Saturday 04:00 PM - 11:30 PM
Sunday 04:00 PM - 11:30 PM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to visitors, customers, and/or staff by carrying out site‑specific procedures, access‑related screening, and appropriate emergency response activities at a retail location.
• Respond to incidents, disturbances, and critical situations in a calm, problem‑solving manner, documenting observations and communicating with site leadership and/or emergency responders as needed.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols throughout the store, parking areas, and perimeter to help to deter unauthorized activity and identify security‑related concerns.
• Monitor entrances, exits, high‑traffic areas, and restricted spaces for unusual activity, policy violations, and/or potential loss prevention concerns, reporting issues according to post orders.
• Support de‑escalation efforts and provide visible presence during customer interactions, deliveries, opening and closing activities, and other daily operations within the location.

Minimum Requirements:

• A valid driver’s license is required in accordance with Allied Universal driver policy requirements.
• A minimum of 3 or more years of combined law enforcement, corrections, and/or military experience or 5 or more years of armed security‑related experience is required.
• 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 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.

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: