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Security Officer - Flex- Armed Retail Patrol

San Marcos, Texas

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Security Officer - Flex- Armed Retail Patrol

San Marcos, Texas Position Type: Part Time Shift Type: Morning, Afternoon, Evening, Overnight Req ID: 2026-1528109 Pay Rate: USD $21.00/Hr. Work Days Available: Monday - Friday, Saturday - Sunday Date posted: 02/05/2026
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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 - Flex- Armed Retail Patrol in San Marcos, 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 Flex 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 at a busy retail location, where you will conduct routine foot and/or vehicle patrols, stay highly visible to help discourage incidents, and respond to security-related concerns with calm, professional communication. You will support store teams and guests through strong customer service, timely reporting, and teamwork, while bringing integrity and reliability to every shift in a fast-paced environment.

Position Type: Flex

Pay Rate: $21.00 / Hour

Job Schedule:

DayTimeMon02:00 PM - 10:00 PM

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.

What You'll Do:

  • Provide customer service to guests, associates, and vendors by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities within a retail location.
  • Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including de-escalation, coordinating with management, and contacting law enforcement and/or emergency services as needed.
  • Conduct regular and random armed patrols throughout the sales floor, back-of-house areas, receiving docks, parking lots, and perimeter to help to deter theft, disorderly conduct, and other policy violations.
  • Monitor entrances, exits, and key areas, observing customer and associate activity, supporting loss prevention efforts, and maintaining post orders and access control requirements.
  • Document security-related activities, incidents, and patrols in written reports and logs, and communicate observations and trends to site leadership and Allied Universal supervision.

Minimum Requirements:

  • Be at least 21 years of age.
  • Possess a Level III Armed Certification in Texas.
  • Baton Certification is preferred.
  • An Armed Guard Card or License is preferred.
  • CPR Certification is preferred.
  • 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.

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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If you have difficulty using the online system and require an alternate method to apply or require an accommodation, please contact our local Human Resources department. To find an office near you, please visit: www.aus.com/offices.

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Looking to earn more without giving up flexibility? Allied Universal’s Earn More. Your Way. program lets you take control—claim extra shifts, get notified of new opportunities, and increase your earnings when it works for you. Explore your options and learn more today.

Career Path

Allied Universal offers many career paths to support your immediate and future success.

  • Regional President
  • Regional Vice President
  • General Manager
  • Branch Manager
  • Director of Operations
  • Client Manager
  • Operations Manager
  • Field Supervisor
  • Shift Supervisor
  • Security Professional
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Looking to earn more without giving up flexibility? Allied Universal’s Earn More. Your Way. program lets you take control—claim extra shifts, get notified of new opportunities, and increase your earnings when it works for you.

Explore your options and learn more today.

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  • Employee Assistance Program

  • Employee Discount Program

  • Tuition Discount Program

  • Training & Career Development Programs

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