ARMED Custom Protection Officer; CPO Flex Officer

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.

Allied Universal is hiring ARMED Flex Custom Protection Officers in Braddock, PA. ACT 235 certification required. Full‑time; $29.00 per hour. Flex officers scheduled up to 40 hours per week on any shift or day.

• Must possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Must possess one or more of the following:
  • Service in a Military Occupational Specialty related to law enforcement, security (such as Military Police, Elite Military Forces, combat arms) or any support role in a combat zone.
  • Graduate of a Certified Public Safety Academy (military or civilian) or verified work experience in the law enforcement, adult corrections, or firefighter field.
  • Bachelor's degree in law enforcement or criminal justice related studies.
  • A minimum of 8 or more years of service in any military branch.
  • Associate's degree (or 60 credits) or higher in law enforcement or criminal justice with current or prior active military service.
• Be at least 18 years of age, or higher if required by state (21 years if armed).
• Licensing requirements 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.
• 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.
• Problem solving.
• Active listening.
• Assess and evaluate situations effectively.
• Identify critical issues quickly and accurately.
• Compile, sort, and interpret data.
• Research, investigate, compile information.
• Mediate conflict with tact, diplomacy.
• Write informatively, clearly, and accurately.
• Teamwork.
• Attention to detail.

• 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 call 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 monitor entrances and exits.
• Observe departing personnel to protect against theft of company property and ensure 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.
• Make productivity and cost reduction recommendations to management.
• Make recommendations for physical security surveys and post orders.

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

• Health insurance and 401k plans for full‑time positions.
• Schedules that fit with your personal life goals.
• Ongoing paid training programs and career growth opportunities.
• Employee discounts through our perks program to your favorite restaurants, entertainment venues and much more…

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.