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Security Flex Officer Financial Institution

Part-time

Allied Universal

La Mesa, CAPart-time$22.72/hrSeen 1 day agoSeen in employer's feed today

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Compensation
$22.72/hr
Location
La Mesa, CA
Schedule
Part-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Job overview

Allied Universal is hiring a Security Flex Officer to safeguard financial institution clients and other sites. The role involves changing locations, assignments, and shifts, including irregular shifts with little to no advance notice. Officers perform patrols, monitor for safety and security concerns, respond to incidents, control access, and assist customers, employees, and visitors. The position offers $22.72 per hour and flexible scheduling.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Security Patrols, nice to haveHazard Monitoring, nice to haveEmergency Response, nice to haveAccess Control, nice to haveIncident Investigation, nice to haveReport Writing, nice to haveCustomer Service, nice to haveMultilingual Communication, nice to have

Qualifications

Varying Shift Availability, requiredReliable Transportation, requiredLast-Minute Scheduling Availability, requiredAbility to Travel Required Distances, requiredCustomer Service Experience, nice to haveMust Be 18+ or 21+ Armed, requiredHigh School Diploma or Equivalent, requiredPrior Security, Military, or Law Enforcement Experience, nice to haveBackground Investigation, requiredDrug Screen, requiredState or Local License, nice to haveValid Driver's License for Driving Positions, nice to have

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Match
Paid Time Off

Full job description

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.

The Security Professional Branch Flex Officer will serve and safeguard clients across a wide range of industries, including healthcare, education, finance, retail, and more. Join our world-class team and take the next step in your career with a role that offers hands-on experience, diverse work environments, and the opportunity to build a strong foundation with a leader in the security industry.

In this role, you can expect to work 30–40 hours per week, offering steady income and opportunities for growth. Your schedule will vary week to week, based on a combination of manager-assigned shifts and those you pick up through our Earn More, Claim-A-Shift self-scheduling program. Shifts, days, locations, and assignments will change regularly, making this an ideal opportunity for individuals who are adaptable, dependable, and ready to take on new challenges. Please note that you will be assigned to work irregular shifts with little to no advance notice to support client needs.

As a Security Flex Officer Financial Institution in San Diego, CA , you’ll expand your skillset, gain exposure to a variety of sites, and position yourself for advancement within the company. This is more than just a job—it’s a pathway to a long-term career.

Pay Rate: $22.72 / Hour

Essential Job Duties and 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

Basic Qualifications:

  • Must be available to work varying shifts, including holidays, nights, and weekends.

  • Must have reliable transportation.

  • Must be available for last-minute shift scheduling.

  • Must be able to travel required distances.

  • Customer service experience is preferred.

  • Be at least 18 years of age for unarmed roles; 21+ years of age for armed roles.

  • Possess a high school diploma or equivalent.

  • 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.

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

  • A valid driver’s license will be required for driving positions only.

Other Related Attributes That Would Enhance Hiring Consideration:

  • Ability to speak, read, and write in multiple languages (e.g., Spanish, Portuguese, French, Arabic)

  • Prior security, military, or law enforcement experience

Why Join Us:

  • Flexible Scheduling: Choose from a variety of open shifts that align with your availability and lifestyle.

  • Career Growth: Clear path to full-time roles and ongoing advancement through paid training programs.

  • Smart Tools: Access exclusive technology for real-time shift visibility and claiming.

  • Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, basic life, AD&D, retirement plans, and disability insurance; 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).

  • Employee Perks: Enjoy discounts at restaurants, entertainment venues, and more through our perks program.

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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 difficulty using the online system and require an alternate method to apply or require an accommodation, please contact our local Human Resources department. To find an office near you, please visit: www.aus.com/offices .

Job ID: 2026-1745223

Location: United States-California-La Mesa

Job Category: Security Officer

How this job compares

Set against the 1,637 open Security Officer jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 13, 2026.

Pay
  • This posting$22.72/hr
  • California median$24/hr178 hourly ranges
  • US median$20–21/hr1,199 hourly ranges

This rate, $22.72/hr, is 5% below the California median midpoint ($24/hr) — in the middle half of Security Officer hourly ranges in California.

Openings
Olive Jobs lists 204 open Security Officer jobs in California and 1,637 across the US. None of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Hiring the most in California
Experience
Security Officer postings that state a minimum ask for 2 years of experience at the median; the middle half ask for 1 to 3 years (492 postings).
Education
This posting asks for a high school diploma; 824 of the 1,637 open Security Officer jobs (50%) ask for a high school diploma or higher.

Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on November 13, 2026. Figures based on too few postings are left out.

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