Security Professional Flex Officer - Foot Patrol Education Facility

Allied Universal • Redwood City, CA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Allied Universal is hiring a Security Professional Flex Officer for foot patrol at an education facility in Redwood City. The position serves and safeguards clients and may involve working at different sites and gaining experience across industries. Officers use a shift-pickup platform to view and claim open shifts according to their availability. Open availability is required, and the officer may be called to work irregular shifts with little to no advance notice. Pay is $26.80 per hour.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent, or five years of verifiable experience.
• No prior experience is required.
• At least 18 years of age, or older if required by the state; 21 years if armed.
• Valid driver’s license if driving a company- or customer-owned vehicle.
• Meet applicable state or local licensing requirements, which may be required before employment.
• 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, 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.
• Applicants are subject to a background investigation and drug screen, as 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 irregular or 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 protect against theft of company property and ensure authorized property removal follows client requirements.
• Investigate and prepare reports on accidents, incidents, and suspicious activities; maintain written logs as required by the post.
• Aid customers, employees, and visitors in a courteous and professional manner.
• Make emergency notifications as necessary in accordance with 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