Flexible Unarmed Security Officer – Part-Time with Benefits

Allied Universal; Glendale (CA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement plans

Holiday pay

Paid vacation

Job summary

Allied Universal is hiring a Security Officer Flex - unarmed in Glendale, CA. This part-time position offers the chance to work with a world-class security team using our shift-pickup platform to build a schedule that fits your availability.

You will patrol, monitor entrances, respond to incidents, and provide excellent service while supporting a range of industries from healthcare to education. Background checks and a drug screen are required; must meet age and licensing criteria.

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 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.
• 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

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

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Active listening

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

5 years of verifiable experience

Job description

Allied Universal is hiring a Security Officer Flex - unarmed in Glendale, CA. This part-time position offers the chance to work with a world-class security team using our shift-pickup platform to build a schedule that fits your availability.

You will patrol, monitor entrances, respond to incidents, and provide excellent service while supporting a range of industries from healthcare to education. Background checks and a drug screen are required; must meet age and licensing criteria.