Security Flex Officer Residential
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 seeking a Security Flex Officer for a residential site in Needham, MA. This role offers full-time hours from 8 p.m. to 8 a.m., Wednesday through Friday, with a starting pay rate of $18.00 per hour. The position includes paid orientation and access to DailyPay, allowing you to receive payment before payday.
As a Security Professional Flex Officer, you will use our exclusive shift-pickup platform to view and claim open shifts based on your availability, providing flexibility to build a schedule that works for you while gaining experience across various industries. 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
- Must possess a 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
- Valid driver’s license if driving a company or customer-owned vehicle
- 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
- Must be at least 18 years of age, or higher if required by the state (21 years if armed)
- Reliability and ability to adapt to different post assignments
- 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; 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
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
Pay
Starting rate: $18.00 per hour
Schedule
Full-time, 8 p.m. to 8 a.m., Wednesday through Friday