Security Flex Officer - Armed Position

Allied Universal • Eagan, MN

21d

About The Position

Allied Universal is hiring a Security Flex Officer to serve and safeguard clients across industries including healthcare, education, and finance. Officers use a shift-pickup platform to view and claim open shifts according to their availability, gaining experience at different sites. This on-call, fill-in position covers both armed and unarmed shifts. Officers may be asked to work irregular shifts with little or no advance notice.

Requirements

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Must possess a high school diploma or equivalent, or have five years of verifiable experience.
• Must have a valid driver's license if driving a company- or customer-owned vehicle.
• Licensing requirements are subject to state and local laws and may be required before employment.
• Applicants are subject to a background investigation and, to the extent permitted by law, a drug screen.
• Must be reliable and able to adapt to different post assignments.
• Must be able to operate radio or telephone equipment and/or console monitors.
• Must demonstrate the ability to interact cordially and communicate with the public.
• Must have effective oral and written communication skills and be able to write informatively, clearly, and accurately.
• Must have active listening and problem-solving skills.
• Must be able to assess and evaluate situations effectively and identify critical issues quickly and accurately.
• Must be able to mediate conflict with tact and diplomacy.
• Must demonstrate teamwork and attention to detail.
• The posting's schedule details state that two or more years of security experience, or prior law enforcement or military experience, is required; its qualifications section also states that 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 the property and monitor entrances and exits.
• Observe departing personnel to protect against theft of company property and ensure authorized property removal 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.
• 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
• Education Level: High school or GED