Security Flex Officer

Allied Universal • Lake Charles, LA

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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. Officers use a shift-pickup platform to view and claim available shifts based on their availability, gaining experience across different sites. The role may involve irregular shifts with little to no advance notice. The posting lists a requirement for open availability, at least one year of security experience, and a valid driver’s license, while the qualifications section also states that no prior experience is required. Pay is $15.00 per hour, with daily or weekly pay options.

Requirements

• Open availability.
• The posting's hiring summary states at least one year of security experience; the qualifications section also says no prior experience is required.
• High school diploma or equivalent, or five years of verifiable experience.
• Valid driver’s license if driving a company- or customer-owned vehicle.
• Meet applicable licensing requirements, which may be required before employment depending on state or local law.
• Submit to a background investigation in accordance with applicable laws.
• 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 if armed.
• 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 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 the police or 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 property removal complies with client requirements.
• Investigate and prepare reports on accidents, incidents, and suspicious activities; maintain written logs as required by the post.
• Assist 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.
• DailyPay or weekly pay options.

What This Job Offers

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