Security Officer - Flex

Allied Universal®, North America’s leading security and facility services company, provides rewarding careers that give you a sense of purpose. While working in a dynamic, diverse and inclusive workplace, you will be part of a team that fuels a culture that will reflect in our communities and customers we serve. We offer medical, dental and vision coverage, life insurance, retirement plan, employee assistance programs, company discounts, perks and more for most full-time positions!

We are hiring for our Downtown New Orleans locations!

Starting Pay: $14.00/hour (will go if special event is worked)

Location: Downtown New Orleans

Sites include: Hotels, Restaurants, Private Businesses and Events

Shift: No shift times are set until positions begin to fill and the need is assessed.

PLEASE READ

This position is a flex/temporary role that will cover:

• Regular Positions (call-offs, fill-ins, vacancies, etc)
• The New Orleans Bowl (College football)
• Sugar Bowl (College football)
• Superbowl
• Mardi Gras

QUALIFICATIONS

• MUST HAVE OPEN AVAILABILITY TO WORK ANY SHIFT / ANY TIME
• MUST HAVE GREAT CUSTOMER SERVICE SKILLS
• MUST BE ABLE TO STAND/WALK FOR EXTENDED PERIODS OF TIME
• MUST BE ABLE TO WORK OUTDOORS IN THE ELEMENTS

Allied Universal has security jobs and are seeking to fill the position of a Security Flex Officer.

The Security Flex Officer is responsible for the safety and security of the facilities they protect. A Security Flex Officer acts as a visible deterrent to crime and client rule infractions and detect and report suspicious, unsafe or criminal acts at or near their assigned posts, which may be a threat to the property, clients, guests or employees at the site.

QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS:

• Be at least 18 years of age with high school diploma or equivalent
• Possess effective written and oral communication and interpersonal skills with ability to deal with all levels of personnel and the general public in a professional and effective manner

• Licensing requirements are subject to state and/or local laws and regulations and may be required prior to employment.

• Driving Positions: must possess a valid Driver’s License with at least one year of driving experience, a clean driving record (no major violations within last 36 months, no more than 1 accident in last 24 months, no more than one minor moving violation in last 24 months), a minimum level of insurance as required by Company policy, and the ability to safely operate a vehicle required.

• As a condition of employment, employee must successfully complete a background investigation and a drug screen in accordance with all federal, state, and local laws
• Required to work for multiple clients at multiple locations; covering special projects, call offs, vacations and open shifts
• Must be available to work any time and day
• Display exceptional customer service and communication skills
• Have intermediate computer skills to operate innovative, wireless technology at client specific sites
• Ability to handle crisis situations at the client site, calmly and efficiently
• Able to:
  • Work in various environments such as cold weather, rain/snow or heat
  • Occasionally lift or carry up to 40 pounds
  • Climb stairs, ramps, or ladders occasionally during shift
  • Stand or walk on various surfaces for long periods of time

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

If you have any questions regarding Equal Employment Opportunity, Affirmative Action, Diversity and Inclusion, have difficulty using the online system and require an alternate method to apply, or require an accommodation at any time during the recruitment and/or employment process, please contact our local Human Resources department. To find an office near you, please visit: www.aus.com/offices.