Security Officer - Store Location Flex Officer

Alliedbarton Security Services; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Retirement plans

Paid holidays

Vacation days

Job summary

The Allied Universal Branch Flex Officer role offers hands-on security across healthcare, education, finance, retail and more. Expect 30–40 hours per week with shifts that change weekly, and the Earn More, Claim‑A‑Shift self‑scheduling program to pick up available shifts.

You will work irregular shifts with little notice to support client needs, expand your skillset, and position yourself for advancement within Allied Universal — a leader in the security industry.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or 5 years verifiable experience.
• Licensing requirements vary by state and local laws.
• Valid driver’s license if operating company or client vehicle.
• Background check and drug screen required by law.

Responsibilities

• Perform security patrols on foot or by vehicle.
• Monitor for irregular conditions posing safety concerns.
• Sound alarms or summon authorities when needed.
• Deter rule infractions and monitor entrances and exits.
• Observe departing personnel to prevent property theft.
• Investigate incidents and maintain post logs.
• Assist customers, employees, and visitors professionally.
• Provide emergency notifications per site orders.

Skills

Reliability

Adaptability

Radio operation

Communication

Active listening

Problem solving

Multilingual

Education

High school diploma or GED

Security license (state)

Tools

Radio equipment

Post equipment consoles

Job description

Overview

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 Branch Flex Officer, 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.

Job Description

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 call 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 monitor 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:

Formal Education, Licenses, and Certifications Required:

• 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

Type and Length of Specific Experience Required:

• No prior experience required

Knowledge and Skills Required:

• Must be 21 years of age or older
• 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

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:

• 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.