Security Professional Flex Officer — Flexible Shifts

Allied Universal; La Quinta (CA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Basic life and AD&D insurance

Disability insurance

Retirement plans

Paid holidays

Vacation accrual

Job summary

Allied Universal is hiring a Security Professional Flex Officer in California to serve and safeguard clients across healthcare, education, finance and more, using our shift-pickup platform to claim open shifts based on availability and build a schedule. This role offers hands-on experience across various sites and opportunities for growth.

The position requires open availability and a current CA Guard Card with training certificates; candidates should be at least 18 years old and ready to work

Qualifications

• 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.
• Background investigation required; may consider qualified applicants with criminal histories.
• Drug screen required where permitted by law.
• No prior experience required.
• Be at least 18 years of age (21 if armed).
• Reliability and ability to adapt to different post assignments.
• Operate radio/telephone equipment and/or console monitors.
• Demonstrated ability to interact cordially and communicate with the public.
• Effective oral and written communication; active listening and problem-solving.
• Assess and evaluate situations quickly and accurately; mediate conflict with tact.
• Teamwork and attention to detail.

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 notify police or fire department as needed.
• Warn violators of rule infractions such as loitering, smoking, or carrying forbidden articles.
• Permit authorized access and monitor entrances and exits.
• Observe departing personnel to protect company property and ensure proper removals.
• Investigate and prepare reports on accidents, incidents, and suspicious activities; maintain logs.
• Assist customers, employees, and visitors in a courteous and professional manner.
• Make emergency notifications as necessary per site Post Orders.

Skills

Guard Card

Active listening

Communication

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Radio operation

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Allied Universal is hiring a Security Professional Flex Officer in California to serve and safeguard clients across healthcare, education, finance and more, using our shift-pickup platform to claim open shifts based on availability and build a schedule. This role offers hands-on experience across various sites and opportunities for growth.

The position requires open availability and a current CA Guard Card with training certificates; candidates should be at least 18 years old and ready to work