Security Officer Flex Patrol

Allied Universal • Palm Desert, CA

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About The Position

Allied Universal is hiring a Security Professional Flex Officer to serve and safeguard clients in industries including healthcare, education, and finance. Officers use the company’s shift-pickup platform to view and claim open shifts according to their availability, gaining site experience across different industries. Officers may be called upon to work irregular shifts with little or no advance notice. The position pays $18.00 per hour and requires open availability, a current California Guard Card with training certificates, and a valid California driver’s license with a clean driving record for more than one year.

Applicants must have a high school diploma or equivalent, or five years of verifiable experience. No prior security experience is required. Candidates must be at least 18 years old, subject to higher age requirements under applicable state law (21 for armed positions). Licensing requirements may apply before employment. Employment is subject to a background investigation and drug screening to the extent permitted by law.

Requirements

• Current California Guard Card with training certificates.
• Valid California driver’s license and a clean driving record for more than one year.
• Open availability; may be called to work irregular shifts with little or no advance notice.
• High school diploma or equivalent, or five years of verifiable experience.
• At least 18 years of age, or older if required by state law; 21 years old for armed positions.
• Valid driver’s license if driving a company- or customer-owned vehicle.
• 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 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.
• Applicants are subject to a background investigation and drug screen to the extent permitted by law.

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 cases of fire or 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, 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, 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