Security Officer – Armed Retail Site - Overnight Shift

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. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that may include medical, dental, and vision coverage, life insurance, a retirement plan, employee assistance programs, company discounts, and other perks, depending on the position and eligibility.

Job Description

As a Security Officer – Armed Retail Site - Overnight Shift in Austin, TX, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Retail/Malls, and more.

Join Allied Universal as a Patrol Armed Officer in a dynamic retail environment, where you'll play a vital role in helping to deter security-related incidents and provide a welcoming presence for all visitors. Your responsibilities will include conducting regular patrols throughout the location, maintaining a visible presence to help prevent potential issues, and responding promptly to security-related concerns. This armed position allows you to utilize your training and expertise in a meaningful way, while also delivering exceptional customer service and clear communication. At Allied Universal, we value agility, reliability, and innovation, and our caring culture puts people first. You'll work as part of a supportive team, always acting with integrity and making a real difference every day. If you're ready to build your career in a rewarding environment where your contributions matter, we invite you to apply and be part of the Allied Universal team.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $26.50 / Hour

Job Schedule:

DayTimeMon08:00 PM - 06:00 AMTue08:00 PM - 06:00 AMSat08:00 PM - 06:00 AMSun08:00 PM - 06:00 AM

What You’ll Do:

• Use our proprietary scheduling platform to claim open shifts at client sites
• Support operations across a range of environments including commercial real estate, healthcare, and education
• Receive site-specific training and guidance from experienced teams
• Deliver consistent, professional security presence and customer service
• Be ready to fill in at short notice when urgent needs arise

Responsibilities:

• Provide customer service to clients and visitors by carrying out security-related procedures and site-specific policies, including emergency response activities as appropriate.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, utilizing armed security-related protocols as required.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols throughout the retail location and its perimeter to help to deter unauthorized activity and identify potential concerns.
• Monitor entrances, exits, and key areas within the retail environment to help to deter theft, vandalism, and/or other prohibited activities.
• Document and report any incidents, observations, or unusual circumstances according to Allied Universal and site-specific procedures.
• Collaborate with local law enforcement and emergency responders when necessary to support incident resolution.
• Maintain a visible presence throughout the retail location to help to deter disruptive behavior and provide reassurance to employees and customers.

What We’re Looking For:

• Availability across various days and shifts
• Reliability and ability to adapt to different post assignments
• A desire to gain broad experience and grow within the company
• Interest in transitioning into full-time roles when available

Minimum Requirements:

• Must have 3 or more years of combined law enforcement, military, or security-related experience, or possess a college degree.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Must possess a Level III armed certification for roles in Texas.
• An armed guard card or license is preferred.
• CPR certification is preferred.
• Be at least 18 years of age for unarmed roles; 21 or older 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.
• Licensing requirements are subject to state and/or local laws and regulations and