Security Officer - Armed Full-Time Patrol

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 Full-Time Patrol in Corpus Christi, TX, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government, and more. As an Armed Patrol Officer in a government location, you will monitor and patrol assigned areas, conduct routine rounds, and remain highly visible to help reduce security-related incidents. You will respond to concerns, document activities, and deliver clear, respectful customer service and communication. This post requires Level III Armed Certification in Texas. Join Allied Universal, where we are agile, reliable, and innovative, lead with a caring culture, and deliver through teamwork with integrity.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $15.50 / 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 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.

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service at a government location by carrying out site-specific policies, access procedures, and when appropriate, emergency response activities.
• Conduct armed foot and/or vehicle patrols of buildings, grounds, and perimeter areas on a regular and random basis to help to deter unwanted activity.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including de-escalation, notifications, and coordination with local public agencies as directed.
• Monitor for and report security-related concerns such as suspicious behavior, unauthorized access attempts, hazards, and/or property damage, and complete required reports and logs.
• Control entry points by checking identification, verifying authorizations, screening visitors, and directing personnel and the public to appropriate areas in accordance with post orders.

Minimum Requirements:

• Be at least 21 years of age for armed roles.
• Hold a Level III Armed Certification in Texas.
• Customer service experience is preferred.
• A state, county, or city issued security license 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.

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.

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