Elite Armed Security Officer - Shopping Center Patrol

As a  Elite Armed Security Officer - Shopping Center Patrol  in  San Antonio, 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, driving patrol officer at a busy retail location, where you will conduct routine patrols, maintain a visible presence to help reduce security-related incidents, and support a welcoming environment for shoppers and staff. This role combines customer service, communication, and rapid response while reflecting our values of teamwork, integrity, reliability, and care for people first.
Position Type:
Part Time
Pay Rate: $22.00 / Hour

Job Schedule:

Day  Time      Mon  02:45 PM - 11:30 PM    Sat  02:45 PM - 11:30 PM
What You'll Do:
Provide customer service to customers, visitors, and/or staff by carrying out site-specific procedures, access-related screening, and when appropriate, emergency response activities at a busy retail location.
Respond to incidents, disturbances, and/or critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, using de-escalation techniques and following armed post protocols.
Conduct regular and random patrols throughout the store, parking areas, loading zones, and perimeter to help identify unusual activity, policy violations, and/or potential security-related concerns.
Monitor entrances, exits, and high-traffic areas to help support loss prevention efforts, observe suspicious behavior, and report findings to site leadership and/or law enforcement when needed.
Complete required reports and documentation related to incidents, patrol activity, and security-related observations, while maintaining professionalism and strong communication with customers and store personnel.

Minimum Requirements:

Have 3 or more years of combined law enforcement, corrections, and/or military experience, or 5 or more years of armed security-related experience.
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 Guard Card is required in Texas only.
CPR and/or First Aid certification is preferred.
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.