Security Guard Flex Officer Driving Post

About the role

Allied Universal® is hiring a Security Professional Flex Officer. The Security Professional Flex Officer will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Healthcare, Education, Finance and more. Join a leading team where flexibility meets opportunity. As a Security Professional Flex Officer, you’ll use our exclusive shift-pickup platform to view and claim open shifts based on your availability—giving you the freedom to build a schedule that works for you, while gaining valuable site experience across various industries. Whether you're looking to supplement your income or take the first step toward a phenomenal career, this position offers unmatched access to hands-on experience and growth opportunities.

The Security Professional Flex Officer may be called upon to work irregular shifts at times with little to no advance notice.

Pre-employment requirements

• Branch Flex – Last Minute Shift Scheduling (C165): Candidates must be prepared to accept last-minute shift changes as needed. This flexibility is essential to meet the operational demands of our business.
• Branch Flex – Reliable Transportation (C163): Candidates must have reliable transportation to ensure timely arrival at work. This requirement is crucial for maintaining operational efficiency and meeting customer needs.
• Branch Flex – Travel Distance (C164): Candidates should be aware of the travel distance to their assigned branch. It is important that candidates can commute to work without significant delays or challenges.
• Branch Flex – Work Varying Shifts – Holidays, Nights, & Weekends (C162): Candidates must be willing to work varying shifts, including holidays, nights, and weekends. This flexibility is necessary to accommodate the needs of our customers and the business.
• Access Control/Badge Experience (B201): Candidates should have prior experience with access control systems and badge management. This includes familiarity with issuing, tracking, and managing access badges for employees and visitors.
• Comfortable Using Computer or Tablet (B204): Candidates must demonstrate proficiency in using computers or tablets. This includes the ability to navigate software applications, manage emails, and utilize online resources effectively.
• Customer Service Experience (B219): Candidates should possess a background in customer service. This includes experience in handling customer inquiries, resolving issues, and providing support in a professional manner.
• Candidates must possess a valid driver’s license that complies with the AU Driver Policy Requirements (C123).

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 that 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

• 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.
• As a condition of employment, applicants will be subject to a background investigation in accordance with all federal, state, and local laws; Allied Universal will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable laws.
• As a condition of employment, applicants will be subject to a drug screen to the extent permitted by law.
• No prior experience required.
• 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.
• Be 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.
• Assess and evaluate situations effectively; identify critical issues quickly and accurately.
• Mediate conflict with tact, diplomacy.
• Teamwork.
• 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's 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.