Security Flex Officer Power Station

About the role

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. As a Security Professional Flex Officer for a power station in Winfield, WV, you will perform foot patrols, work outdoors in various elements, and have the flexibility to choose shifts via a shift‑pickup platform, gaining experience across industries such as healthcare, education, and finance while building a schedule that fits your availability.

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 is conducted within appropriate 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

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent, or 5 years of verifiable experience
• Meet any state/local licensing requirements (may be required prior to employment)
• Valid driver’s license if driving a company or customer‑owned vehicle
• Pass a background investigation (Allied Universal considers qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable laws)
• Pass a drug screen to the extent permitted by law
• Be at least 18 years of age (21 if armed) or higher if required by the state
• 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
• Assess and evaluate situations effectively; identify critical issues quickly and accurately
• Mediate conflict with tact and diplomacy
• Teamwork
• Attention to detail

Skills

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

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, basic life, AD&D, and disability insurance
• Company's retirement plans
• Seven holidays annually paid at time and a half, if worked