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Hours Full-time, Part-time
Location West Hollywood, CA
West Hollywood, California

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Allied Universal is seeking Top Talent for Bike Patrol /Public Safety!

Work with the BEST, at the BEST!

All positions are located in Downtown Los Angeles Area!

No experience? No problem!

Pay ranges by Location, Experience, and Position.

Allied Universal seeks Security Professionals with the energy, ability and strength to patrol (on bike) the streets of downtown Los Angeles. This is a challenging position requiring both physical and mental strength and fortitude!

Primary Job Duties:

Patrol assigned routes, including High Risk area’s in downtown Los Angeles, and assist local law enforcement officers, fire fighters, governmental officials, military and sheriff departments in the downtown area. The Bike-Patrol position requires that you be able to patrol via bike for the entire shift with an assigned partner. You must be able to use a two-way radio, pepper spray, baton and handcuffs (training provided).

  • Establish and maintain quality relationships with local merchants, vendors, pedestrians, transient population and fellow employees under potentially stressful conditions.
  • Follow directions, make decisions and solve problems with a strong desire to continually learn and improve.
  • Work to deter streets and alley activity including suspicious criminal activity, and loitering.
Requirements:
  • Must possess a high school diploma or GED
  • Must be in excellent physical conditions in order to effectively cover his/her route on bicycle throughout entire shift
  • Must possess a valid California Bureau of Security and Investigative Services (BSIS) Guard License or be willing to apply and be issued such a license prior to employment. Universal Protection Service may assist with this process
  • As a condition of employment, employee must successfully complete a post-offer/pre-employment drug/alcohol test
Job Description:

Allied Universal Services is currently searching for a Professional Security Officer.

The Professional Security Officer is the heart of Allied Universal Services. Our officers allow us to accomplish our company’s core purpose which is “to serve, secure and care for the people and businesses in our communities”. The Professional Security Officer is responsible for the safety and security of the facilities they protect. Our security officers act as a visible deterrent to crime and client rule infractions; they 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. Although essential activities may differ based on the facility at which they work, below are some of the standards:
  • Ensure the facility is provided with high quality security services to protect people and property
  • Report safety concerns, security breaches and unusual circumstances both verbally and in writing
  • Build, improve and maintain effective relationships with both client employees and guests
  • Answer questions and assist guests and employees
  • Answer phones or greet guests / employees in a professional, welcoming manner
Physical and Mental Functions:
  • Stand or walk constantly (for up to an entire shift) on various surfaces (tile, concrete, carpet)
  • Climb stairs, ramps, or ladders occasionally during shift
  • Occasionally bend/twist at waist/knees/neck to perform various duties
  • Occasionally lift or carry up to 40 pounds
  • Run as needed
  • Constant use of both hands and arms in reaching/handling/grasping/fingering while using phone, notepad, writing reports, and other administrative tasks
  • Constant use of eyes (correctable vision to normal level required) to observe, read, interact with public and co-workers, view security monitors; includes hand/eye coordination
  • Work in various environments including adverse outdoor conditions such as cold, rain or heat;
  • Constant mental alertness and attention to detail required while setting priorities and following up on assignments
Qualifications/Requirements:

Qualified applicants for the Professional Security Officer position will meet the minimum requirements, as described below:
  • High school diploma or equivalent required
  • At least 18 years of age
  • Must 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; must be able to use initiative and independent judgment within established guidelines
  • Must be able to frequently prepare written reports and logs in neat, legible handwriting; may require computer skills
  • Must be able to read and understand all operating procedures and instructions
  • Must be able to obtain a valid Guard License as required in the state for which you are applying
  • As a condition of employment, employee must successfully complete a background investigation and a post-offer/pre-employment drug/alcohol test
  • As a condition of continued employment, employee must maintain current active status of all required License at all times, and must carry the license at all times while on duty
  • Must display exceptional customer service and communication skills
  • Remain flexible to ever changing environments; adapt well to different situations
  • Intermediate computer skills to utilize innovative, wireless technology at client specific sites
  • Ability to maintain satisfactory attendance and punctuality standard;
  • Neat and professional appearance
  • Ability to provide quality customer service
  • Ability to handle both common and crisis situations at the client site, calmly and efficiently
  • Read, understand and clearly speak English; constantly use speech and hearing (correctable to normal level required) in communicating with public/co-workers, giving and receiving instructions, using phones
  • Must be able to handle pressure of working with high volume general public (constantly to occasionally depending on assignment)
Closing:

Allied Universal provides unparalleled service, systems and solutions to the people and business of our communities, and is North America’s leading security services provider. With over 140,000 employees, Allied Universal delivers high-quality, tailored solutions, which allows clients to focus on their core business.

We proudly support the Veteran Jobs Mission, a group of over 200 companies that have committed to collectively hiring a total of one million military veterans.

EOE/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disability
Allied Universal Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce.

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