Security Flex Officer — Flexible Shifts & Growth

Allied Universal; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Retirement plans

Paid holidays

Vacation after 1 year

Job summary

Allied Universal is hiring a Security Professional Flex Officer in Philadelphia, PA, to support diverse sites across Healthcare, Education, Finance, and more. The role leverages our shift-pickup platform to claim shifts that fit your availability, enabling you to build a schedule that works while gaining valuable site experience.

Position requires at least 1 year of security experience, or equivalent; the job is part-time with multiple shifts, outdoors in the elements, and includes a pathway to

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 21 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

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Active listening

Problem-solving

Reliability

Flexibility

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Allied Universal is hiring a Security Professional Flex Officer in Philadelphia, PA, to support diverse sites across Healthcare, Education, Finance, and more. The role leverages our shift-pickup platform to claim shifts that fit your availability, enabling you to build a schedule that works while gaining valuable site experience.

Position requires at least 1 year of security experience, or equivalent; the job is part-time with multiple shifts, outdoors in the elements, and includes a pathway to