Flexible Security Officer – Varied Shifts & Sites

Alliedbarton Security Services; Menlo Park (CA); On-site; USD 86,789,000 - 95,054,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Retirement plans

Holiday pay

Job summary

Allied Universal is hiring a Security Professional Flex Officer in Menlo Park. The role involves serving and safeguarding clients across industries, using a shift-pickup platform to build a schedule around availability, offering hands-on experience and growth opportunities.

Shifts vary with business demand, providing flexibility and a path to a dynamic security career. Competitive pay and access to diverse site experience support professional development.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or 5 years of verifiable experience.
• Licensing requirements may be required by state/local laws.
• Valid driver’s license if driving company or customer-owned vehicle.
• Background check as per federal/state/local laws.
• Drug screen as permitted by law.
• No prior experience required.
• Be at least 18 years old (21 if armed).
• Reliability and ability to adapt to different posts.
• Operate radio/console equipment.
• Demonstrated ability to interact cordially with the public.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Active listening and problem-solving skills.
• Assess and evaluate situations quickly and accurately.
• Mediate conflicts with tact and diplomacy.
• Teamwork.
• Attention to detail.

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 unauthorized presence.
• Warn violators of rule infractions.
• Permit authorized persons to enter property and monitor entrances and exits.
• Observe departing personnel to protect company property and ensure proper removal.
• Investigate and prepare reports on accidents and incidents; maintain logs.
• Aid customers, employees, and visitors in a courteous manner.
• Make emergency notifications as necessary.

Skills

Effective communication

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Active listening

Education

High school diploma

Experience: 5 years

Tools

Radio/telephone equipment

Job description

Allied Universal is hiring a Security Professional Flex Officer in Menlo Park. The role involves serving and safeguarding clients across industries, using a shift-pickup platform to build a schedule around availability, offering hands-on experience and growth opportunities.

Shifts vary with business demand, providing flexibility and a path to a dynamic security career. Competitive pay and access to diverse site experience support professional development.