Security Officer Flex Hospital Access Control

Allied Universal • Fountain Valley, CA

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Allied Universal is hiring a part-time, unarmed Security Professional Flex Officer for hospital access control in Fountain Valley, California, at $23.00 per hour. The officer will help safeguard clients and provide security services across assigned sites. Using a shift-pickup platform, officers can view and claim open shifts according to their availability and gain experience across different industries. This role may involve irregular shifts with little or no advance notice.

The position offers medical, dental, vision, basic life, accidental death and dismemberment, and disability insurance; company retirement plans; seven holidays paid at time and a half when worked; and 40 hours of vacation after one year at eligible work assignments. Unused vacation is paid out only where required by law.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent, or five years of verifiable experience.
• Meet applicable licensing requirements, which may be required before employment.
• Valid driver's license if driving a company- or customer-owned vehicle.
• Pass a background investigation and, to the extent permitted by law, a drug screen.
• Be at least 18 years of age, or older if required by state law.
• 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, and identify critical issues quickly and accurately.
• Ability to mediate conflict with tact and diplomacy.
• Teamwork and 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 the event of a 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, and maintain written logs as required by the post.
• Assist customers, employees, and visitors in a courteous and professional manner.
• Make emergency notifications as necessary under site Post Orders.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, basic life, accidental death and dismemberment, 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: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED