Security Professional - Bank Tower Flex Officer

Allied Universal • Los Angeles, CA

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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 a shift-pickup platform to view and claim open shifts based on their availability, gaining experience across different sites while building a flexible schedule. The role may involve irregular shifts with little to no advance notice. The position is based in downtown Los Angeles, California, and pays $21.60 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.
• Have a valid driver's license if driving a company- or customer-owned vehicle.
• Be subject to a background investigation and, where permitted by law, a drug screen.
• Be at least 18 years old, or older if required by the state; 21 years old if armed.
• Be reliable and able to adapt to different post assignments.
• Be able to operate radio or telephone equipment and/or console monitors.
• Demonstrate the ability to interact cordially and communicate with the public.
• Have effective oral and written communication skills, including the ability to write clearly, informatively, and accurately.
• Have active listening and problem-solving skills.
• Assess and evaluate situations effectively and identify critical issues quickly and accurately.
• Mediate conflict with tact and diplomacy.
• Demonstrate teamwork and 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

• Conduct security patrols of designated areas on foot or in a vehicle.
• Watch for unusual conditions that may create security concerns or safety hazards.
• Sound alarms or contact police or fire departments in response to fires or unauthorized persons.
• Warn people who violate rules, including rules against loitering, smoking, or carrying forbidden articles.
• Permit authorized people to enter the property and monitor entrances and exits.
• Observe departing personnel to help protect against theft of company property and ensure removals are authorized under 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 courteously and professionally.
• 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.
• InstantPay and weekly pay available.
• Career progression opportunities.

What This Job Offers

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