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 Reception Driver Security Clearance in Houston, TX, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government, and more. Join Allied Universal at a government location as a front desk professional in an armed and driving post, serving as a welcoming presence while monitoring access, verifying credentials, and responding to security-related concerns. In this stationary role, you will help to deter incidents through strong communication, professionalism, and attention to detail, while supporting daily operations with a team that values agility, reliability, innovation, and integrity.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $18.84 / Hour

Job Schedule:

DayTimeTue06:00 AM - 05:00 PMWed06:00 AM - 05:00 PMThur06:00 AM - 01:00 PMFri06:00 AM - 05:00 PM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service at the front desk by following site-specific procedures, managing visitor check-in processes, and supporting access control activities at a government location.
• Monitor lobby and reception areas, verify identification and/or visitor credentials, and help to deter unauthorized entry through attentive front desk presence.
• Respond to incidents, questions, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including contacting appropriate personnel and/or emergency services when needed.
• Maintain accurate front desk logs, visitor records, and other required documentation related to security-related activities and daily operations.
• Communicate professionally with employees, visitors, and the public while supporting security-related procedures, directions, and reporting requirements.

Minimum Requirements:

• A valid driver’s license is required in the state where the job is located.
• Possess an armed guard card and/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.
• Possess an active DoD Top Secret clearance.
• 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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