Security Officer Flex Bike Patrol

Allied Universal • San Bernardino, 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 availability, gaining experience across different sites. The role may involve irregular shifts with little or no advance notice. The posting specifies a pay rate of $21.80 per hour and requires a current California Guard Card with training certificates and the ability to ride a bike.

Requirements

• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent, or have five years of verifiable experience.
• Have a current California Guard Card with training certificates.
• Be able to ride a bike.
• 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.
• Be at least 18 years of age, or older if required by the state; 21 years of age 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.
• 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.
• 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 police or fire departments 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 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.
• 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