Security Officer Flex Healthcare

Allied Universal • Los Angeles, CA

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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 open shifts based on their availability, providing opportunities to build a flexible schedule and gain experience at various sites. The role may involve irregular shifts with little or no advance notice. The posted rate is $27.55 per hour.

The position involves conducting patrols, monitoring for security and safety concerns, controlling access, responding to emergencies, documenting incidents, and assisting customers, employees, and visitors professionally. The role requires adaptability to different post assignments and the ability to communicate effectively and assess situations.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent, or five years of verifiable experience.
• No prior experience is required.
• Meet applicable state 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; at least 21 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 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 in accordance with applicable laws.
• Applicants are subject to a 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 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 the property and monitor entrances and exits.
• Observe departing personnel to deter theft of company property and ensure authorized property removal complies with 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 required by site Post Orders.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 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
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED