Security Flex Officer - Access Control

Allied Universal • Wilmington, DE

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Allied Universal is hiring a full-time Security Professional Flex Officer for access control in Wilmington, Delaware. The officer will help safeguard clients across industries including healthcare, education, and finance. Using a shift-pickup platform, officers can view and claim open shifts based on their availability and gain experience across different sites. The role may involve irregular shifts with little or no advance notice. Duties include access control, foot or vehicle patrols, monitoring for safety and security concerns, responding to incidents, preparing reports, and assisting customers, employees, and visitors. The position requires walking and standing for foot patrol duties and working outdoors in the elements. Applicants must be at least 21 years old.

Requirements

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• High school diploma or equivalent, or five years of verifiable experience.
• No prior experience required.
• A valid driver’s license is required if driving a company- or customer-owned vehicle.
• Must meet applicable licensing requirements, which may be required before employment depending on state and local laws.
• Must be able to pass a background investigation and drug screen, as permitted by law.
• Reliability and ability to adapt to different post assignments.
• Ability to operate radio or telephone equipment and/or console monitors.
• Ability to interact cordially and communicate with the public.
• Effective oral and written communication skills, including the ability to write clearly, informatively, and accurately.
• Active listening and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to assess and evaluate situations, identify critical issues quickly and accurately, and mediate conflict with tact and diplomacy.
• Teamwork and attention to detail.
• Able to walk and stand for foot patrol duties and work outside in the elements.

Nice To Haves

• Ability to speak, read, and write in multiple languages, such as Spanish, Portuguese, French, or Arabic.
• Prior security, military, or law enforcement experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform security patrols of designated areas on foot or in a vehicle.
• Watch for irregular or unusual conditions that may create security concerns or safety hazards.
• Sound alarms or call the police or fire department in the event of a fire or unauthorized persons.
• Warn violators of rule infractions, such as loitering, smoking, or carrying forbidden articles.
• Permit authorized persons to enter the property and monitor entrances and exits.
• Observe departing personnel to protect against theft of company property and ensure authorized removal of property complies with 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 under site Post Orders.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, basic life, AD&D, and disability insurance.
• Company retirement plans.
• 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 paid out only where required by law.
• Career advancement opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED