Security Officer Flex School

Alliedbarton Security Services; Paterson (NJ); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Career growth opportunities

Paid training programs

Employee discounts

Job summary

Allied Universal is seeking a Security Officer Flex Incident Documentation in Union, NJ. The role involves patrolling, monitoring entries, and supporting client sites across multiple industries.

It offers 30–40 hours per week with a flexible schedule and opportunities for growth within a leading security provider. Requirements include 1+ year security experience, high school diploma or GED, fluency in Spanish, and the ability to lift 20 lbs.

Qualifications

• 1+ year security experience required.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Able to walk/stand for long periods.
• Fluent in Spanish.
• Experience with access control/badge systems.
• Comfortable using a computer or tablet.
• Armed guard license may be required.
• Able to lift 20 lbs.
• Outdoor/indoor work environment.
• X-ray screening experience may be preferred.
• Applicants must be 25+ years old.

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 or fire department in case of fire or unauthorized presence.
• Warn violators of rule infractions and monitor entrances/exits.
• Observe departing personnel to prevent theft and ensure proper removal of property.
• Investigate and report accidents, incidents, and suspicious activities; keep logs.
• Assist customers, employees, and visitors politely and professionally.
• Make emergency notifications as necessary per site orders.

Skills

Security experience

Fluent Spanish

Access control/badge experience

Computer/tablet literacy

Armed guard license

Lift 20 lbs

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

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

The Security Professional Branch Flex Officer will serve and safeguard clients across a wide range of industries, including healthcare, education, finance, retail, and more. Join our world-class team and take the next step in your career with a role that offers hands-on experience, diverse work environments, and the opportunity to build a strong foundation with a leader in the security industry.

In this role, you can expect to work 30–40 hours per week, offering steady income and opportunities for growth. Your schedule will vary week to week, based on a combination of manager-assigned shifts and those you pick up through our Earn More, Claim-A-Shift self-scheduling program. Shifts, days, locations, and assignments will change regularly, making this an ideal opportunity for individuals who are adaptable, dependable, and ready to take on new challenges. Please note that you will be assigned to work irregular shifts with little to no advance notice to support client needs.

As a Security Officer Flex Incident Documentation in Union, NJ, you’ll expand your skillset, gain exposure to a variety of sites, and position yourself for advancement within the company. This is more than just a job—it’s a pathway to a long-term career.

Pay Rate: $18.32 / Hour

REQUIREMENTS:

• MUST HAVE A MINIMUM OF 1+YEARS OF SECURITY EXPERIENCE.
• MUST HAVE A HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA OR GED OR HIGHER.
• MUST BE ABLE TO WALK/ STAND FOR LONG PERIODS OF TIME.
• MUST BE FLUENT IN SPANISH.
• HAVE EXPERIENCE IN ACCESS CONTROL/BADGE EXPERIENCE.
• COMFORTABLE USING A COMPUTER OR TABLET.
• ARMED GUARD CARD/LICENSE.
• LIFT UP 20LBS.
• WORK INDOORS/OUTDOOR.
• X-RAY SCREENING EXPERIENCE.
• APPLICANTS MUST BE 25+YEARS OF AGE.

Union Site

Essential Job Duties and 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

Basic Qualifications:

• Be at least 18 years of age for unarmed roles; 21+ years of age for armed roles.
• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
• 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.
• Licensing requirements are subject to state and/or local laws and regulations and may be required prior to employment.
• A valid driver’s license will be required for driving positions only.

Other Related Attributes That Would Enhance Hiring Consideration:

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

BENEFITS:

• Health insurance and eligible for our company's retirement plans
• Schedules that fit with your personal life goals
• Ongoing paid training programs and career growth opportunities
• Employee discounts through our perks program to your favorite restaurants, entertainment venues and much more…

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.

If you have difficulty using the online system and require an alternate method to apply or require an accommodation, please contact our local Human Resources department. To find an office near you, please visit: www.aus.com/offices.