Security Flex Officer - Operations Center

Allied Universal • Fort Worth, TX

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About The Position

Allied Universal is hiring a Security Professional Flex Officer to safeguard clients across industries including healthcare, education, and finance. Officers use the company's shift-pickup platform to view and claim open shifts based on their availability, gaining site experience while building a flexible schedule. Officers may be called upon to work irregular shifts with little or no advance notice. The position pays $18.11 per hour, with weekly pay.

Requirements

• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent, or have five years of verifiable experience.
• Meet any applicable state or local licensing requirements, which may be required before employment.
• Have a valid driver’s license if driving a company- or customer-owned vehicle.
• Undergo a background investigation in accordance with applicable laws.
• Undergo a drug screen to the extent permitted by law.
• Be at least 18 years old, or older if required by the state; 21 years old if armed.
• Be reliable and able to adapt to different post assignments.
• Be able to operate radio or telephone equipment and/or console monitors.
• Demonstrate the ability to interact cordially and communicate with the public.
• Have effective oral and written communication skills, including the ability to write informatively, clearly, and accurately.
• Have active listening and problem-solving skills.
• Be able to assess and evaluate situations effectively and identify critical issues quickly and accurately.
• Be able to mediate conflict with tact and diplomacy.
• Demonstrate teamwork and 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 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 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.

What This Job Offers

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