Security Officer - Gate Flex (Part-Time)

About the role

Allied Universal, a security and facility services company, is hiring a Security Professional Flex Officer in La Quinta, California. The role protects clients in sectors such as healthcare, education and finance. You choose your own shifts through the company's shift-pickup platform, so you can build a flexible schedule, and you may be asked to work irregular shifts with little or no advance notice.

Key responsibilities

• Perform security patrols of designated areas on foot or in a vehicle
• Watch for irregular or unusual conditions that could create security concerns or safety hazards
• Sound alarms or call the police or fire department in case of fire or unauthorized persons
• Warn violators of rules such as loitering, smoking or carrying forbidden items
• Permit authorized persons to enter, monitor entrances and exits, and observe departing personnel to prevent theft
• Investigate and report accidents, incidents and suspicious activity, keeping written logs as required
• Aid customers, employees and visitors courteously and make emergency notifications as needed

Required profile

• Current California Guard Card with training certificates and open availability
• High school diploma or equivalent, or 5 years of verifiable experience; no prior experience required
• At least 18 years old (21 if armed); valid driver's license if driving a company or customer vehicle
• Background investigation and drug screen as a condition of employment
• Preferred: ability to speak, read and write multiple languages, and prior security, military or law enforcement experience

Required skills

• Ability to operate radio or telephone equipment and/or console monitors
• Clear oral and written communication, active listening and problem-solving
• Ability to assess situations quickly, mediate conflicts and work as a team

What we offer

• $20 per hour
• Medical, dental, vision, basic life, AD&D and disability insurance
• Company retirement plans
• Seven paid holidays at time and a half if worked
• Vacation after one year of employment, paid out only where required by law