Security Professional Flex Grocery Complex

Alliedbarton Security Services; Bethlehem Township (PA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Company retirement plans

Holiday pay

Paid vacation

Job summary

Allied Universal is hiring a Security Professional Flex Officer to serve diverse clients across Healthcare, Education, Finance, and more in Pennsylvania. You will view and claim shifts via our exclusive platform, building a flexible schedule while gaining site experience across industries.

The role requires patrols, access control, and strong customer service. You may work varying shifts, including holidays, nights, and weekends, with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Must have high school diploma or equivalent or 5 years of verifiable experience.
• Licensing requirements depend on state/local laws; may be required prior to employment.
• Valid driver’s license if operating a company or customer vehicle.
• Background check required; drug screen as permitted by law.

Responsibilities

• Perform security patrols of designated areas on foot or in vehicle.
• Monitor for irregular conditions and safety hazards.
• Sound alarms or contact police/fire as needed.
• Control access and monitor entrances/exits.
• Observe and document incidents; maintain post logs.
• Assist customers and employees courteously and professionally.
• Make emergency notifications per site orders.

Skills

Customer Service

Access Control

Badge Management

Computer/Tablet Proficiency

Teamwork

Communication

Radio/Phone Operations

Reliability

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: $18.50 / Hour

• Branch Flex – Last Minute Shift Scheduling (C165):Candidates must demonstrate flexibility and availability for last-minute shift scheduling as required by the branch.

• Branch Flex – Reliable Transportation (C163):Candidates must have reliable transportation to ensure timely arrival for shifts, especially in cases of last-minute scheduling.

• Branch Flex – Travel Distance (C164):Candidates should be aware of the travel distance to the branch location and confirm their ability to commute without significant delays.

• Branch Flex – Work Varying Shifts – Holidays, Nights, & Weekends (C162):Candidates must be willing to work varying shifts, including holidays, nights, and weekends, as needed by the branch.

• Access Control/Badge Experience (B201):Candidates should have experience with access control systems and badge management, ensuring security protocols are followed.

• Comfortable Using Computer or Tablet (B204):Candidates must be comfortable using computers or tablets for daily tasks, including communication, scheduling, and reporting.

• Customer Service Experience (B219):Candidates should possess prior customer service experience, demonstrating the ability to interact positively with clients and colleagues.

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