Security Professional Flex Officer

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.

Pay Rate

Job Description

Flex Security Officer – Government Transit Sites | San Jose, CA | $21.61/hr

Keep Silicon Valley Moving

Allied Universal® is hiring Flex Security Officers to protect riders, employees, and facilities across light rail stations, bus yards, and transit facilities in San Jose. Every day, thousands of people rely on our service to get to work, school, and home. You’ll be the steady, visible presence that helps them get there safely.

No experience? No problem. We’ll train you and set you up for success.

Why Join the AUS Team

• Steady, meaningful work. You’ll protect public transit that serves the entire South Bay community.
• Schedule options. Day, swing, and overnight shifts are available. [Confirm: full-time hours / consistent weekly schedule]
• Paid training. You’ll learn site procedures, customer service, and incident response from experienced officers.
• Licensing support. [Confirm: Guard card assistance or reimbursement available]
• Uniform provided. Show up ready to work with no gear costs.
• Career growth. Allied Universal is North America’s largest security company, with clear paths to Lead Officer, Supervisor, Account Manager, and specialty roles.
• Hands-on experience. Public safety, transit operations, and emergency response experience can build toward careers in law enforcement, emergency management, or corporate security.

What You’ll Do

• Patrol stations, platforms, parking areas, and facilities on foot or by vehicle
• Serve as a visible, approachable resource for riders, employees, and visitors
• Watch for safety hazards, unusual conditions, and suspicious activity
• Respond to incidents and contact police, fire, or EMS when needed
• Respectfully address rule violations such as loitering, smoking, or prohibited items
• Monitor access points and help ensure only authorized persons enter restricted areas
• Write clear, accurate incident reports and maintain daily activity logs
• Follow site Post Orders and make emergency notifications as required

What We’re Looking For

Required:

• 18 years of age or older
• High school diploma, GED, or 5 years of verifiable work experience
• Active California Guard Card, or the ability to obtain one before your start date
• Valid driver’s license (if assigned to vehicle patrol)
• Ability to communicate clearly in person, by radio, and in writing

You’ll thrive here if you:

• Stay calm and professional under pressure
• Enjoy helping people from all walks of life
• Can de-escalate conflict with patience and respect
• Are dependable and take pride in showing up on time
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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

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.