Allied Universal

Austin, Texas Position Type: Part Time Shift Type: Afternoon Req ID: 2026-1606296 Work Days Available: Monday, Tuesday Date posted: 06/04/2026

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As a Security Officer Armed Patrol Specialist in Austin, TX, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Retail/Malls, and more. Join a leading team where flexibility meets opportunity. As a Part-Time Security Officer, you can build a schedule that works for you and explore new roles using our Claim a Shift platform. Learn more: aus.com/earnmore. Join Allied Universal as an armed patrol officer in a busy retail location, where you will conduct routine patrols, maintain a visible presence to help discourage security-related incidents, and support shoppers, guests, and staff through outstanding communication and customer service. In this role, you will bring integrity, teamwork, and a people-first mindset while contributing to a reliable, agile, and innovative approach to daily operations.

Position Type: Part Time

Pay Rate: $26.50 / Hour

Job Schedule:

DayTime

Mon

02:45 PM - 11:30 PM

Tue

02:45 PM - 11:30 PM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and/or appropriate emergency response activities at a busy retail location.
• Respond to incidents, disturbances, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including situations that may require an armed presence within assigned post orders.
• Conduct regular and random patrols throughout the store, parking areas, and perimeter to help to deter suspicious activity and/or identify unusual conditions.
• Monitor access points, observe customer and employee activity, and document security-related incidents, hazards, and/or policy violations according to site procedures.
• Work with store leadership, local responders, and Allied Universal team members during emergency situations, medical events, and/or operational disruptions.

Minimum Requirements:

• Possess 3 or more years of combined law enforcement, corrections, and/or military experience or 5 or more years of armed security-related experience.
• Be at least 21 years of age.
• Possess a Level III Armed Certification for Texas only.
• 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 Benefits: Participate in our retirement savings plan to invest in your future.
• Exclusive Perks: Enjoy discounts on top brands and services through our Perks Program.