Security Officer Flex Shift Coverage

Allied Universal • Maryland Heights, MO

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About The Position

The Security Professional Branch Flex Officer serves and safeguards clients across industries including healthcare, education, finance, and retail. The role provides hands-on experience across diverse work environments and opportunities to build security skills and pursue advancement.

The position works 30–40 hours per week. The schedule varies week to week and combines manager-assigned shifts with shifts claimed through the Earn More, Claim-A-Shift self-scheduling program. Shifts, days, locations, and assignments change regularly. Officers may be assigned irregular shifts with little to no advance notice to support client needs. The role is based in Saint Louis, Missouri, and involves unarmed patrol driving and shift coverage. Pay is $27.85 per hour.

Requirements

• At least one year of security-related experience.
• A valid driver’s license is required for driving positions and must comply with Allied Universal driver policy requirements.
• Availability for varying shifts, including holidays, nights, and weekends.
• Availability for last-minute shift scheduling.
• Ability to travel the required distance for Branch Flex assignments.
• At least 18 years of age for unarmed roles; 21 or older for armed roles.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Successful completion of a background investigation, as a condition of employment and in accordance with applicable law.
• Successful completion of a drug screen, to the extent permitted by law.
• Meet applicable state or local licensing requirements, which may be required before employment.

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 the 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 property removal complies with client requirements.
• Investigate and prepare reports on accidents, incidents, and suspicious activities; maintain written logs as required by the post.
• Assist customers, employees, and visitors courteously and professionally.
• Make emergency notifications as necessary under site Post Orders.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Basic life, AD&D, retirement plans, and disability insurance.
• 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.
• Employee discounts at restaurants, entertainment venues, and more.
• Paid training programs and opportunities for career advancement.
• Flexible scheduling and technology for real-time shift visibility and claiming.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED