Security Officer Flex Armed Holiday Patrol
About the role
Allied Universal® is North America’s leading security and facility services company. The Security Professional Branch Flex Officer will serve and safeguard clients across a wide range of industries, including healthcare, education, finance, retail, and more. This position offers hands‑on experience, diverse work environments, and the opportunity to build a strong foundation with a leader in the security industry.
Schedule
You can expect to work 30–40 hours per week. Shifts, days, locations, and assignments will change regularly and will be assigned through a combination of manager‑assigned shifts and the Earn More, Claim‑A‑Shift self‑scheduling program. The schedule varies week to week, and you must be prepared to work irregular shifts with little to no advance notice, including holidays, nights, and weekends.
Pay
Pay Rate: $15.90 per hour
Responsibilities
- Perform security patrols of designated areas on foot or in a 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.
Qualifications
- Be available to work varying shifts, including holidays, nights, and weekends.
- Have reliable transportation.
- Possess a Level III Armed Certification in Texas.
- Be available for last‑minute shift scheduling.
- Be willing to travel the required distance for assignments.
- Be at least 21 years of age for armed roles.
- Possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
- Undergo a background investigation in accordance with all federal, state, and local laws.
- Subject to a drug screen to the extent permitted by law.
- Participate in industry‑specific security training programs.
- Licensing requirements are subject to state and/or local laws and may be required prior to employment.
- A valid driver’s license is required for driving positions.
- Ability to speak, read, and write in multiple languages (e.g., Spanish, Portuguese, French, Arabic) – preferred.
- Prior security, military, or law‑enforcement experience – preferred.