Security Flex Officer - Multiple Site Coverage

Allied Universal®, North America’s leading security and facility services company, offers rewarding careers that provide a sense of purpose. Work in a dynamic, welcoming, and collaborative workplace as part of a team that positively impacts the communities and customers we serve.

About the role

We are hiring Part-Time Flex Security Officers for multiple sites in Baltimore, MD and surrounding areas. Shifts vary as needed, with weekend availability required. This role involves walking and standing for foot patrol duties, working outside in various weather conditions, and requires a valid driver’s license with at least one year of driving experience. Must be 21 years of age or older.

As a Security Professional Flex Officer, you’ll use our exclusive shift-pickup platform to view and claim open shifts based on your availability, allowing you to build a flexible schedule while gaining valuable site experience across industries such as Healthcare, Education, and Finance. This role may require working 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 departments 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

Requirements

• Valid driver’s license with at least 1 year of driving experience
• Must be 21 years of age or older
• High school diploma or equivalent, or 5 years of verifiable experience
• Licensing requirements are subject to state and/or local laws and regulations and may be required prior to employment
• Must pass a background investigation in accordance with all federal, state, and local laws
• Must pass a drug screen to the extent permitted by law
• No prior experience required
• 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; able to write informatively, clearly, and accurately
• Active listening and problem-solving skills
• Ability to assess and evaluate situations effectively; identify critical issues quickly and accurately
• Mediate conflict with tact and diplomacy
• Teamwork and attention to detail

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to speak, read, and write in multiple languages (e.g., Spanish, Portuguese, French, Arabic)
• Prior security, military, or law enforcement experience

Pay

$18.00 per hour starting pay

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 only paid out where required by law