Security Officer: Flexible Shifts & Growth Path

Alliedbarton Security Services; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Allied Universal is seeking a Security Officer Flex Short Notice Patrol in Oakland, CA. This role offers 30–40 hours weekly with varied shifts, providing hands-on experience across diverse sites and opportunities for career growth within a leading security services company.

You will patrol, monitor entrances, respond to incidents, complete reports, and assist clients and staff in a professional manner. A background check and drug screening are required where permitted by law.

Qualifications

• Be available to work varying shifts, including holidays, nights, and weekends.
• Have reliable transportation.
• Be available for last-minute shift scheduling.
• Be willing to travel varying distances.
• Be at least 18 years of age for unarmed roles; 21+ years 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.

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

Flexible scheduling

Reliable transportation

Last-minute shifts

Travel readiness

Driver's license (where required)

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Allied Universal is seeking a Security Officer Flex Short Notice Patrol in Oakland, CA. This role offers 30–40 hours weekly with varied shifts, providing hands-on experience across diverse sites and opportunities for career growth within a leading security services company.

You will patrol, monitor entrances, respond to incidents, complete reports, and assist clients and staff in a professional manner. A background check and drug screening are required where permitted by law.