Security Officer - Part Time Driving

As a Part-Time Security Officer at Allied Universal in Hazleton, your main responsibilities will include providing safety and security to clients across various sectors, conducting regular patrols, and responding to incidents with a calm and problem-solving approach. You'll also be required to follow site-specific policies and provide excellent customer service, ensuring that clients feel secure in their environments.

To qualify for the Part-Time Security Officer role at Allied Universal, you need to be at least 18 years old, possess a valid driver’s license, and have a minimum of two years of security experience. Additionally, having a high school diploma or equivalent, or five years of verifiable experience is necessary, along with passing a background check and drug screening.

Allied Universal offers extensive training programs at no cost to you as a Part-Time Security Officer. This includes professional development training that enhances your skills and prepares you for career advancement, ensuring you have all the tools necessary to succeed in your role.

At Allied Universal, shift flexibility is taken into account to accommodate your personal life goals. As a Part-Time Security Officer, you'll have the opportunity to work scheduled shifts that fit a variety of lifestyles, allowing you to balance work with other commitments.

As a Part-Time Security Officer at Allied Universal, you can enjoy various benefits including access to health insurance and a retirement plan for full-time positions, daily/weekly pay options, and an exciting employee discount program that gives you perks at numerous restaurants and venues, enhancing your work-life balance.

Focus on your passion for safety and service, highlighting your desire to work in a role where you can directly impact public safety. Mention how Allied Universal's reputation in the security industry aligns with your personal and professional values.

Provide specific examples of previous situations where you successfully managed security issues. Highlight your problem-solving skills and ability to stay calm under pressure, emphasizing how these experiences prepare you for the role at Allied Universal.

Discuss your approach to assessing the security landscape and determining which areas require immediate attention. Explain how you balance routine patrols with unexpected incidents while maintaining high customer service standards.

Share techniques such as active listening, clear communication, and empathy. Stress the importance of treating everyone with respect and understanding, and how this relates to building trust within the communities you serve.

Explain your conflict resolution strategy, which includes remaining calm, assessing the situation, and using de-escalation techniques. Provide an example of a time you resolved a conflict successfully to showcase your skills.

Discuss the varying safety requirements across different sectors, and your adaptability in following site-specific policies. Highlight your thorough understanding of general safety measures and your commitment to creating a secure environment.

Describe your intrinsic motivation to contribute to community safety and how personal development opportunities, like additional training provided by Allied Universal, keep you engaged and dedicated to performing your best.

Share techniques such as taking scheduled breaks, staying hydrated, and maintaining an active mindset. Discuss the importance of mental well-being and how these strategies help you stay focused on the job.

Talk about your training in emergency response protocols and how you would assess the situation, prioritize actions based on urgency, and communicate effectively with emergency services while ensuring the safety of individuals present.

Emphasize that diversity and inclusion enhance community trust and promote effective communication. Describe how an inclusive atmosphere benefits client relationships and enables more effective conflict resolution.