Security Professional Flex Officer

Allied Universal • Los Angeles, CA

5d • Onsite

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 available shifts, gaining site experience across different industries. The role may involve irregular shifts with little to no advance notice. The position is in Los Angeles, California, pays $21.00 per hour, requires open availability and weekend work, and requires a valid California Guard Card.

Requirements

• Must possess a high school diploma or equivalent, or have 5 years of verifiable experience.
• Must have a valid California Guard Card; licensing requirements may be subject to state and local laws and may be required before employment.
• Must have a valid driver’s license if driving a company- or customer-owned vehicle.
• Must be at least 18 years of age, or older if required by the state (21 years if armed).
• No prior experience is required.
• Must be reliable and able to adapt to different post assignments.
• Must be able 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 informatively, clearly, and accurately.
• Active listening and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to assess and evaluate situations effectively and identify critical issues quickly and accurately.
• Ability to mediate conflict with tact and diplomacy.
• Teamwork and attention to detail.
• Open availability is required and weekends are required.
• Applicants are subject to a background investigation and, to the extent permitted by law, a drug screen.

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 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 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.
• Career progression opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED