Security Officer Flex

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 across industries including healthcare, education, and finance. Officers use the company’s shift-pickup platform to view and claim open shifts based on their availability, gaining experience at various sites while building a schedule. The role may involve irregular shifts with little or no advance notice. Candidates must have 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.

Requirements

• Must possess a high school diploma or equivalent, or have five years of verifiable experience.
• Must have a current California Guard Card with training certificates.
• Must have a valid California driver’s license with a clean driving record for more than one year; a valid driver’s license is required if driving a company- or customer-owned vehicle.
• Must have open availability and be prepared for irregular shifts, sometimes with little or no advance notice.
• Must be at least 18 years of age, or older if required by the state; 21 years if armed.
• Must meet applicable licensing requirements, which may be required before employment.
• Must pass a background investigation and, to the extent permitted by law, a drug screen.
• Must be reliable and able to adapt to different post assignments.
• Ability to operate radio or telephone equipment and/or console monitors.
• Demonstrated ability to interact cordially and communicate with the public.
• Effective oral and written communication skills, including the ability to write clearly, accurately, and informatively.
• 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.
• 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 the police or fire department 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.
• 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