Security Officer Armed Desk Clearance Required
Company
Allied Universal
Location
Houston, TX
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
3 days ago
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Job Description
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 Desk Clearance Required in Houston, TX, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government, and more. Join Allied Universal as an Armed Front Desk Officer in a government location, serving as the first point of contact for visitors, staff, and vendors. In this stationary post, you will manage access, verify credentials, support security-related procedures, and deliver professional customer service and communication. This role offers the chance to work with an agile, reliable team that puts people first and acts with integrity every day.
Position Type: Full Time
Pay Rate: $18.84 / Hour
Job Schedule:
DayTimeMon09:00 AM - 06:00 PMTue09:00 AM - 06:00 PMWed09:00 AM - 06:00 PMFri09:00 AM - 06:00 PM
What You'll Do:
• Provide customer service at the front desk by following site-specific procedures, screening and directing visitors, and supporting access control activities at a government location.
• Respond to incidents, unusual activity, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, and report details to appropriate personnel according to post instructions.
• Monitor lobby and entry activity, verify identification and/or visitor credentials, maintain visitor logs, and communicate clearly with employees, guests, and supervisors regarding security-related concerns.
• Answer phones, assist with inquiries, and help to support daily front desk operations while documenting incidents, observations, and security-related events in required reports.
Minimum Requirements:
• Have at least 3 years of combined law enforcement, military, and/or security-related experience, or possess a college degree.
• Possess an active DoD Confidential clearance.
• Have at least 1 year of law enforcement experience or at least 2 years of security-related supervisor or manager experience.
• Possess an armed guard card or license.
• Provide proof of a high school diploma or GED.
• Have at least 6 months of armed security-related, law enforcement, and/or military experience.
• Be at least 21 years of age.
• Have at least 5 years of security-related experience.
• 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.
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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If you have difficulty using the online system and require an alternate method to apply or require an accommodation, please contact our local Human Resources department. To find an office near you, please visit: www.aus.com/offices.
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As a Security Officer Armed Desk Clearance Required in Houston, TX, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government, and more. Join Allied Universal as an Armed Front Desk Officer in a government location, serving as the first point of contact for visitors, staff, and vendors. In this stationary post, you will manage access, verify credentials, support security-related procedures, and deliver professional customer service and communication. This role offers the chance to work with an agile, reliable team that puts people first and acts with integrity every day.
Position Type: Full Time
Pay Rate: $18.84 / Hour
Job Schedule:
DayTimeMon09:00 AM - 06:00 PMTue09:00 AM - 06:00 PMWed09:00 AM - 06:00 PMFri09:00 AM - 06:00 PM
What You'll Do:
• Provide customer service at the front desk by following site-specific procedures, screening and directing visitors, and supporting access control activities at a government location.
• Respond to incidents, unusual activity, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, and report details to appropriate personnel according to post instructions.
• Monitor lobby and entry activity, verify identification and/or visitor credentials, maintain visitor logs, and communicate clearly with employees, guests, and supervisors regarding security-related concerns.
• Answer phones, assist with inquiries, and help to support daily front desk operations while documenting incidents, observations, and security-related events in required reports.
Minimum Requirements:
• Have at least 3 years of combined law enforcement, military, and/or security-related experience, or possess a college degree.
• Possess an active DoD Confidential clearance.
• Have at least 1 year of law enforcement experience or at least 2 years of security-related supervisor or manager experience.
• Possess an armed guard card or license.
• Provide proof of a high school diploma or GED.
• Have at least 6 months of armed security-related, law enforcement, and/or military experience.
• Be at least 21 years of age.
• Have at least 5 years of security-related experience.
• 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.
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
.
If you have difficulty using the online system and require an alternate method to apply or require an accommodation, please contact our local Human Resources department. To find an office near you, please visit: www.aus.com/offices.
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