Custom Protection Officer - Overnight Flex

Allied Universal®, North America’s leading security and facility services company, offers rewarding careers that provide a sense of purpose in a dynamic, welcoming, and collaborative workplace.

About the role

This Custom Protection Officer (CPO) Flex Officer position is located at a technology site in San Francisco, CA. The role involves armed and/or unarmed foot and vehicle patrol (interior and/or exterior), access control, CCTV and alarm monitoring, report writing, and deterring criminal activity. Officers may be called upon to work irregular shifts with little or no advance notice.

Responsibilities

• Perform security patrols of designated areas on foot or in vehicle
• Watch for irregular or unusual conditions that may create security concerns or safety hazards
• Sound alarms or call police or fire department in case of fire or 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 removal of property complies with 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
• Provide productivity and cost-reduction recommendations to management
• Make recommendations for physical security surveys and post orders

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• One or more of the following:
  • Service in a Military Occupational Specialty related to law enforcement, security (e.g., Military Police, Elite Military Forces, combat arms), or any support role in a Combat Zone
  • Graduate of a Certified Public Safety Academy (military or civilian) or verified work experience in law enforcement, adult corrections, or firefighter field
  • Bachelor’s degree in law enforcement or criminal justice-related studies
  • A minimum of 8 or more years of service in any military branch
  • Associate’s degree (or 60 credits) or higher in law enforcement or criminal justice with current or prior active military service
• At least 18 years of age (21 if armed position)
• Licensing requirements are subject to state and/or local laws and regulations and may be required prior to employment
• Valid driver’s license required for driving positions
• Ability to operate radio or telephone equipment and/or console monitors
• Demonstrated ability to interact cordially and communicate with the public
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Professional, polished demeanor with comfort interacting with clients, visitors, and executives
• Technology-savvy and comfortable utilizing various security and workplace systems
• Updated resume required

Skills

• Effective oral and written communication
• Problem-solving
• Active listening
• Assess and evaluate situations effectively
• Identify critical issues quickly and accurately
• Compile, sort, and interpret data
• Research, investigate, and compile information
• Mediate conflict with tact and diplomacy
• Write informatively, clearly, and accurately
• Teamwork
• Attention to detail
• Strong presentation skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to speak, read, and write in multiple languages (e.g., Spanish, Portuguese, French, Arabic)

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 paid out where required by law)

Pay

$28.00 per hour

Schedule

Overnight shifts available