Security Flex Officer - Secure Operations

Allied Universal • Phoenix, AZ

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About The Position

Allied Universal is hiring a Security Professional Flex Officer to serve and safeguard clients across industries including healthcare, education, and finance. The officer uses a shift-pickup platform to view and claim open shifts according to availability, gaining experience at different sites. The position may involve irregular shifts with little or no advance notice.

The role includes patrolling assigned areas, monitoring for security or safety concerns, responding to emergencies, controlling access, protecting client property, documenting incidents, and assisting customers, employees, and visitors professionally.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent, or five years of verifiable experience.
• Licensing requirements may apply under state or local laws and may be required before employment.
• Valid driver’s license if driving a company- or customer-owned vehicle.
• Pass a background investigation, in accordance with applicable law.
• Submit to a drug screen to the extent permitted by law.
• Be at least 18 years of age, or older if required by the state; 21 years of age 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 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.
• No prior experience is required.

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 case of fire or the presence of 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 property removal 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 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.
• 40 hours of vacation after one year of employment at eligible work assignments; unused vacation is paid out only where required by law.

What This Job Offers

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