Flex Security Officer Experienced Port

Allied Universal • Miami, FL

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About The Position

Allied Universal is hiring a Security Professional Flex Officer to serve and safeguard clients in industries including healthcare, education, and finance. Officers use the company’s shift-pickup platform to view and claim open shifts according to their availability, gaining experience at different sites and building a flexible schedule. The position may involve irregular shifts with little or no advance notice. The posting also advertises a $1,000 incentive for 90 days with no call-outs and a pay rate of $17.51 per hour.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent, or five years of verifiable experience.
• Meet any applicable state or local licensing requirements, which may be required before employment.
• Valid driver’s license if driving a company- or customer-owned vehicle.
• Pass a background investigation, subject to applicable laws.
• Pass a drug screen to the extent permitted by law.
• Be at least 18 years old, or older if required by the state; 21 years old if armed.
• Reliability and ability 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.
• Attention to detail.

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 the 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.
• Assist customers, employees, and visitors in a courteous and professional manner.
• Make emergency notifications as necessary under 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
• Education Level: High school or GED