Security Flex Officer - Residential

Allied Universal • Houston, TX

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Allied Universal is hiring a Security Professional Flex Officer to serve and safeguard clients across industries including healthcare, education, and finance. Officers use a shift-pickup platform to view and claim available shifts based on their availability, gaining experience at different sites. The role may involve irregular shifts with little or no advance notice. The posting lists pay of $17.00 per hour and daily or weekly pay options. It also identifies the assignment as residential and lists ZIP code 77061.

The officer performs security patrols, monitors for unusual conditions and safety hazards, controls access, responds to alarms and emergencies, and documents incidents and required post activity. Officers also assist customers, employees, and visitors professionally and follow site Post Orders.

Applicants must meet applicable licensing requirements and employment screening conditions. The posting’s overview requests a valid driver’s license, at least one year of security experience, and open availability; the qualifications section also states that no prior experience is required.

Requirements

• The overview requests a valid driver’s license; a valid license is required if driving a company- or customer-owned vehicle.
• The overview requests at least one year of security experience, while the qualifications section states that no prior experience is required.
• Must have open availability.
• Must possess a high school diploma or equivalent, or have five years of verifiable experience.
• Meet licensing requirements that may apply under state or local laws and regulations; licensing may be required before employment.
• Submit to a background investigation in accordance with applicable laws.
• Submit to a drug screen to the extent permitted by law.
• Must be at least 18 years old, or older if required by state law; 21 years old if armed.
• Reliability and ability to adapt to different post assignments.
• Ability to operate radio or telephone equipment and/or console monitors.
• Demonstrated ability to interact cordially and communicate with the public.
• Effective oral and written communication skills, including the ability to write informatively, clearly, and accurately.
• Active listening and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to assess and evaluate situations effectively and identify critical issues quickly and accurately.
• Ability to mediate conflict with tact and diplomacy.
• Teamwork.
• Attention to detail.

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 police or the fire department in case of fire or unauthorized persons.
• Warn violators of rule infractions, such as loitering, smoking, or carrying forbidden articles.
• Permit authorized persons to enter property and monitor entrances and exits.
• Observe departing personnel to protect against theft of company property and ensure authorized removal of property follows 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.

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.
• Forty hours of vacation after one year of employment at eligible work assignments; unused vacation is paid out only where required by law.
• Daily or weekly pay options.

What This Job Offers

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