Security Officer Flex Armed Coverage

About the role

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.

The Security Professional Branch Flex Officer will serve and safeguard clients across a wide range of industries, including healthcare, education, finance, retail, and more. Join our world-class team and take the next step in your career with a role that offers hands-on experience, diverse work environments, and the opportunity to build a strong foundation with a leader in the security industry. In this role, you can expect to work 30–40 hours per week, offering steady income and opportunities for growth. Your schedule will vary week to week, based on a combination of manager-assigned shifts and those you pick up through our Earn More, Claim-A-Shift self-scheduling program. Shifts, days, locations, and assignments will change regularly, making this an ideal opportunity for individuals who are adaptable, dependable, and ready to take on new challenges. Please note that you will be assigned to work irregular shifts with little to no advance notice to support client needs. As a Security Officer Flex Armed Coverage in Corpus Christi, TX, you’ll expand your skillset, gain exposure to a variety of sites, and position yourself for advancement within the company. This is more than just a job—it’s a pathway to a long-term career.

Responsibilities

• Perform security patrols of designated areas on foot or in vehicle
• Watch for irregular or unusual conditions that may create security concerns or safety hazards
• Sound alarms or calls police or fire department in case of fire or presence of unauthorized persons
• Warn violators of rule infractions, such as loitering, smoking, or carrying forbidden articles
• Permit authorized persons to enter property and monitors entrances and exits
• Observe departing personnel to protect against theft of company property and ensures that authorized removal of property is conducted within appropriate client requirements
• Investigate and prepare reports on accidents, incidents, and suspicious activities; maintain written logs as required by the post
• Aid customers, employees, and visitors in a courteous and professional manner
• Make emergency notifications as necessary pursuant to site Post Orders

Requirements

• Be available to work varying shifts, including holidays, nights, and weekends
• Have reliable transportation
• Have at least three years of combined law enforcement, corrections, or military experience, or at least five years of armed security-related experience
• Hold a Level III Armed Certification in Texas
• Be available for last-minute shift scheduling
• Be able to travel the required distance
• Be at least 18 years of age for unarmed roles; 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
• 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

Qualifications

• Ability to speak, read, and write in multiple languages (e.g., Spanish, Portuguese, French, Arabic)
• Prior security, military, or law enforcement experience

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, basic life, AD&D, retirement plans, and disability insurance
• Seven holidays annually paid at time and a half, if worked
• 40 hours of vacation after one year of employment at eligible work assignments (unused vacation is only paid out where required by law)
• Employee discounts at restaurants, entertainment venues, and more through perks program
• Flexible scheduling: choose from a variety of open shifts that align with your availability and lifestyle
• Career growth: clear path to full-time roles and ongoing advancement through paid training programs
• Smart tools: access exclusive technology for real-time shift visibility and claiming

Pay

$20.44 per hour

Schedule

30–40 hours per week. Shifts vary week to week based on manager-assigned shifts and self-scheduled shifts via the Earn More, Claim-A-Shift program. Shifts, days, locations, and assignments change regularly. Irregular shifts with little to no advance notice are required to support client needs. Availability for holidays, nights, weekends, and last-minute scheduling is required.