Security Officer - Armed Shopping Center Patrol

Security Officer - Armed Shopping Center Patrol

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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.

Security Officer - Armed Shopping Center Patrol in Bellaire, TX
, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Retail/Malls, and more. As a Patrol Armed Officer with Allied Universal, you will conduct routine patrols and remain highly visible to help deter security-related incidents at a bustling retail location. This is an armed and driving position where you will play a key role in maintaining a secure environment while providing outstanding customer service and communication.

Join a team that values agility, reliability, and innovation, and where people always come first.

Full Time

$22.00 / Hour

• Day Time Mon 03:00 PM - 11:30 PM
• Day Time Fri 03:00 PM - 11:30 PM
• Sat 02:30 PM - 11:30 PM
• Sun 02:00 PM - 11:30 PM

• 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.

• Provide customer service to clients and visitors by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and responding to emergency situations as needed.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, utilizing appropriate de-escalation techniques.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols throughout the retail location and its perimeter to help deter unwanted activity and promote a secure environment.
• Monitor entrances, exits, and other access points to help deter unauthorized entry and/or suspicious behavior.
• Maintain detailed and accurate records of daily activities, incidents, and any security-related concerns observed during patrols.
• Collaborate with store management and Allied Universal team members to address security-related needs and concerns within the retail environment.
• Remain alert to changes in the environment and communicate any potential security-related risks to the appropriate personnel.

• Have at least 5 years of security-related experience or a combination of at least 3 years of law enforcement, military, or security-related experience or possess a college degree.
• Possess an armed guard card or license.
• Be at least 21 years of age.
• A valid driver’s license is required in accordance with Allied Universal driver policy requirements.
• Possess a Level III armed certification if applying in Texas.
• 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:

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