Security Professional Flex Officer Transit

Alliedbarton Security Services; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Retirement plans

Holidays pay

Job summary

Allied Universal is hiring a Specialized Security Flex Officer for Transit Center in San Jose. You will serve and safeguard clients across industries using the shift-pickup platform to build a flexible schedule and gain site experience. Pay is $27.50 per hour, with on-call weekends and high-need periods.

Responsibilities include patrols, access control, incident reporting, and assisting visitors and staff. Prior experience is not required, but a background check and drug screen are required by

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent or 5 years verifiable experience.
• Background check required by law.
• Drug screen required where permitted by law.

Responsibilities

• Perform security patrols of designated areas on foot or in vehicle.
• Monitor entrances and exits and deter unauthorized access.
• Investigate incidents and prepare written reports; maintain logs.

Skills

Customer service

Communication skills

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Active listening

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Radio/console equipment

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 Specialized Security Flex Officer for Transit Center in San Jose. The Security Professional Flex Officer will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Transit, 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: $27.50/Hr.

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
• Genuinely flexible; willing to accept assignments based on business need
• Work two different shifts in rotation (Grave/Swing, Day/Grave, etc.)
• Available up to 6 days/week; days off set weekly by Site Account Manager
• Accept schedule changes based on operational need
• On-call weekends, holidays, and high-need periods
• Reachable within 2 hours of contact
• Report to work within 4 hours of assignment request
• Hold over or report early when operationally necessary
• Cannot refuse necessary holdovers/early-ins
• Cross-trained in all three post types: Patrol, Reception, Control Center/GSOC
• Work across 4-5 sites as needed
• Maintain satisfactory performance at all assigned sites
• Travel between Foster City and South San Jose sites
• Reliable transportation
• Legally able to drive for Allied Universal
• Elite/high-performing security professional level
• Not placed on master schedule (no guaranteed location)
• Represent the top-tier resource pool

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

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