Security Officer HOA Full Time

Allied Universal • West Covina, CA

7d • Onsite

About The Position

Allied Universal is hiring an unarmed Security Professional Flex Officer to serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries, including healthcare, education, and finance. Officers use a shift-pickup platform to view and claim open shifts based on their availability and gain site experience across different industries. The position may involve irregular shifts with little or no advance notice. The role is based in West Covina, California, pays $20.00 per hour, and is described as full-time day shift. No prior experience is required.

The officer performs patrols, monitors conditions and access points, responds to emergencies, enforces site rules, and prepares written reports and logs. Officers are also expected to assist customers, employees, and visitors professionally and to make emergency notifications as required by site Post Orders.

Applicants must have a high school diploma or equivalent, or five years of verifiable experience. Applicants must be at least 18 years old (or older if required by state law), meet applicable licensing requirements, and have a valid driver’s license when driving a company- or customer-owned vehicle. Employment is contingent on a background investigation and, to the extent permitted by law, a drug screen.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent, or five years of verifiable experience.
• Meet applicable state and/or local licensing requirements, which may be required before employment.
• Valid driver’s license if driving a company- or customer-owned vehicle.
• 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 informatively, clearly, 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 and attention to detail.
• Subject to a background investigation and, to the extent permitted by law, a drug screen.
• No prior experience 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 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; 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.
• Career growth opportunities.

What This Job Offers

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