Security Flex Officer - Headquarters

Allied Universal; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Company retirement plans

Holiday pay

Vacation time after year

Job summary

Allied Universal is hiring a Security Professional Flex Officer to serve clients across industries and leverage a shift-pickup platform to build a schedule around availability. The role offers on‑the‑job experience across healthcare, education, and finance sectors with growth opportunities.

Pay rate is $19.00 per hour; open availability on weekends/holidays is required. You must be at least 18 (21 if armed) with a valid driver’s license and a clean driving record, and you will undergo background

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent or 5 years of verifiable experience.
• Licensing requirements may be required by state/local laws.
• Valid driver’s license if driving a company or customer-owned vehicle.
• Background check and drug screen as a condition of employment.
• No prior experience required.
• Must be at least 18 (21 if armed) and able to operate radios/monitors.

Responsibilities

• Perform security patrols of designated areas on foot or in vehicle.
• Observe for irregular or unusual conditions that may create security concerns or safety hazards.
• Sound alarms or call police or fire department when needed.
• Warn violators of rule infractions such as loitering or forbidden articles.
• Monitor entrances and exits to restrict unauthorized access.
• Observe departing personnel to prevent theft and ensure compliant removal of property.
• Investigate incidents; maintain written logs as required.
• Assist customers, employees, and visitors politely and professionally.
• Make emergency notifications as necessary per site Post Orders.

Skills

Patrol awareness

Observation skills

Communication

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Company Overview:

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.

Job Description

Allied Universal® is hiring a Security Professional Flex Officer. The Security Professional Flex Officer will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Healthcare, Education, Finance and more. Join a leading team where flexibility meets opportunity. As a Security Professional Flex Officer, you’ll use our exclusive shift-pickup platform to view and claim open shifts based on your availability - giving you the freedom to build a schedule that works for you, while gaining valuable site experience across various industries. Whether you're looking to supplement your income or take the first step toward a phenomenal career, this position offers unmatched access to hands‑on experience and growth opportunities. The Security Professional Flex Officer may be called upon to work irregular shifts at times with little to no advance notice.

Pay Rate: $19.00 / hour

Must have Open availability to include weekends and holidays

Must be at east 21 years of age or older

Must have 1 year Security experience

Must have a valid Driver's license and a clean driving record

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

QUALIFICATIONS (MUST HAVE):

• 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

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS (NICE TO HAVE):

• Ability to speak, read, and write in multiple languages (e.g., Spanish, Portuguese, French, Arabic)
• Prior security, military, or law enforcement experience

BENEFITS:

• Medical, dental, vision, basic life, AD&D, and disability insurance
• Company's retirement plans
• Seven holidays annually paid at time and a half, if worked
• 40 hours of vacation after one year of employment at eligible work assignments; unused vacation is only paid out where required by law

Closing

Allied Universal® is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or relationship/association with a protected veteran, or any other basis or characteristic protected by law. For more information: www.aus.com