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Armed Security Officer - Elite Level III Patrol
Austin, Texas Position Type: Full Time Shift Type: Afternoon Req ID: 2026-1599602 Work Days Available: Monday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday Date posted: 05/24/2026
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As a Security Officer - Armed Level III Patrol in Austin, TX, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Retail/Malls, and more. Join Allied Universal as an Armed Patrol Officer in a busy retail location, where you will conduct routine vehicle and/or foot patrols, remain visible to help discourage security-related incidents, and support a welcoming atmosphere through strong customer service and communication. This driving and armed role offers the opportunity to make an impact each day while working with a team that values being agile, reliable, innovative, and acting with integrity.
Position Type: Full Time
Pay Rate: $26.50 / Hour
Job Schedule:
DayTimeMon03:15 PM - 11:30 PMFri03:15 PM - 11:30 PMSat03:15 PM - 11:30 PMSun03:15 PM - 11:30 PM
What You'll Do:
- Provide customer service to clients, visitors, and/or staff by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities at a retail location.
- Respond to incidents, disturbances, and/or critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including documenting observations and communicating with local management and/or emergency personnel as needed.
- Conduct regular and random armed patrols throughout the store, parking areas, loading zones, and perimeter to help identify unusual activity and/or policy violations.
- Monitor entrances, exits, high-traffic areas, and merchandise zones to help support loss prevention efforts and report suspicious behavior, trespassing, and/or unauthorized access.
- Assist with de-escalation, access control, and customer interaction while maintaining a visible presence that may help to deter theft, disorderly conduct, and/or other security-related concerns.
Minimum Requirements:
- Possess 3+ years of combined law enforcement, corrections, and/or military experience or 5+ years of armed security-related experience.
- Be at least 21 years of age.
- A valid driver's license is required in accordance with Allied Universal driver policy requirements.
- Possess a Level III Armed Guard Card for Texas only.
- 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.
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Allied Universal
Allied Universal provides unparalleled service, systems and solutions to the people and business of our communities, and is North America's leading security services provider. With over 140,000 employees, Allied Universal delivers high-quality, tailored solutions, which allows clients to focus on their core business. For more information: 866.825.5433 or
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