Security Officer Flex Travel Patrol
Allied Universal®, North America’s leading security and facility services company, offers rewarding careers that provide you a sense of purpose. While working in a dynamic, welcoming, and collaborative workplace, you will be part of a team that contributes to a culture that positively impacts the communities and customers we serve.
About the role
The Security Professional Branch Flex Officer will serve and safeguard clients across a wide range of industries, including healthcare, education, finance, retail, and more. Join our world-class team and take the next step in your career with a role that offers hands-on experience, diverse work environments, and the opportunity to build a strong foundation with a leader in the security industry.
As a Security Officer Flex Travel Patrol in Union, NJ, you’ll expand your skillset, gain exposure to a variety of sites, and position yourself for advancement within the company. This is more than just a job—it’s a pathway to a long-term career.
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 calls 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 monitors entrances and exits
- Observe departing personnel to protect against theft of company property and ensures 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
Requirements
- Must be available to work varying shifts, including holidays, nights, and weekends
- Must have at least 1 year of security-related experience
- Must have reliable transportation
- Must be available for last-minute shift scheduling
- Must be able to travel varying distances for Branch Flex assignments
- Be at least 18 years of age for unarmed roles; 21+ years of age for armed roles
- Possess a high school diploma or equivalent
- 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 applications 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
- Licensing requirements are subject to state and/or local laws and regulations and may be required prior to employment
- A valid driver’s license will be required for driving positions only
Skills
- Ability to speak, read, and write in multiple languages (e.g., Spanish, Portuguese, French, Arabic)
- Prior security, military, or law enforcement experience
Benefits
- Smart Tools: Access to our exclusive technology to view and claim additional shifts to earn more
- Career Growth: Get paid training and access to career growth opportunities
- Financial Benefits: Participate in our retirement savings plan to invest in your future
- Exclusive Perks: Enjoy discounts on top brands and services through our Perks Program
Pay
$28.08 / hour
Schedule
- 30–40 hours per week, offering steady income and opportunities for growth
- Schedule varies week to week, based on a combination of manager-assigned shifts and those you pick up through our Earn More, Claim-A-Shift self-scheduling program
- Shifts, days, locations, and assignments change regularly
- Irregular shifts with little to no advance notice to support client needs