Armed Access Control Security Officer

Job overview

The Armed Access Control Security Officer role is onsite in Houston, TX, supporting a government location. Compensation is $18.84 per hour. Allied Universal provides security and facility services and describes its work as safeguarding clients and communities. The officer helps maintain an orderly and secure site by managing entry points, verifying credentials, monitoring activity, responding to security concerns, and conducting patrols. Professional customer service and accurate access records support the location’s security procedures.

What you'll do

• Provide customer service while carrying out access-control procedures, site policies, and appropriate emergency response activities. Monitor entrances, exits, and restricted areas
• verify identification and authorization
• maintain visitor, contractor, and vehicle access records
• respond to incidents and alarms
• and conduct regular and random patrols of assigned areas and the perimeter.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

armed access control

security officer

government security

access control

armed guard license

security patrols

houston tx

allied universal

part-time

$18.84/hr

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Paid training, retirement savings plan, access to additional shifts through the Claim a Shift platform, and discounts through the Perks Program.

Why this role

Requires an Armed Guard Card/License, a college degree, a high school diploma or equivalent, and at least one year of law enforcement experience, two years of security-related supervisory or management experience, or three years of security-related experience. Schedule listed: Saturday and Sunday, 7:00 PM–7:00 AM.

About the employer

Allied Universal is hiring for this role. Industry: Security Guards and Patrol Services. Sector: 56.