Armed Security Officer - Retail

Job Description

Job Description

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.

Job Description

As a Armed Security Officer - Retail in Houston, TX , you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Retail/Malls, and more. As an Armed Security Officer, you will monitor and patrol a retail location, maintaining a visible presence to help deter security-related incidents. This driving position includes conducting routine patrols, responding to situations with professionalism, and delivering exceptional customer service and communication. Join Allied Universal’s caring, team-focused culture, where integrity, reliability, and innovation support meaningful work every day.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $22.00 / Hour

Job Schedule:

DayTimeMon11:00 PM - 07:00 AMWed11:00 PM - 07:00 AMThur11:00 PM - 07:00 AMSat11:00 PM - 07:00 AMSun11:00 PM - 07:00 AM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to store customers, employees, vendors, and visitors while carrying out site-specific procedures, policies, and emergency response activities.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols of the retail sales floor, parking areas, receiving zones, and perimeter to help deter unauthorized activity and identify security-related concerns.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, medical situations, and critical events in a calm, problem-solving manner, following established procedures and notifying appropriate personnel.
• Monitor access points, employee entrances, and delivery areas; verify authorized access and report unusual activity or policy violations.
• Prepare clear, accurate reports of incidents, observations, patrols, and other security-related activities in accordance with Allied Universal and site requirements.

Minimum Requirements:

• Have at least 3 years of combined law enforcement, corrections, or military experience, or at least 5 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.
• Hold a Level III Armed Certification in Texas.
• 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.

Closing

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:

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Requisition ID

2026-1646764