Security Officer - Flexible

Allied Universal® is North America’s leading security and facility services company, offering rewarding careers that provide a sense of purpose. Employees work in a dynamic, welcoming, and collaborative workplace, contributing to a culture that positively impacts the communities and customers they serve.

Pay

$18.00 per hour, paid weekly. Part‑time position.

Schedule

Open availability required; candidates must be willing to work irregular shifts with little or no advance notice, travel to different job sites, and adapt to varying schedules.

Benefits

Eligible for a 401(k) retirement savings plan.

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/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

• High school diploma or equivalent, or five (5) years of verifiable experience.
• Licensing requirements subject to state and/or local laws; may be required prior to employment.
• Valid driver’s license if driving a company or customer‑owned vehicle.
• Background investigation in accordance with federal, state, and local laws; qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered as permitted by law.
• Drug screening to the extent permitted by law.
• No prior security experience required.
• Must be at least 21 years of age (or higher if required by the state).
• Reliability and ability to adapt to different post assignments.
• Ability to operate radio, 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 orientation.
• 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.