Security Officer, Flex Armed Patrol, Variable Shifts

Job overview

The Security Officer, Flex Armed Patrol, Variable Shifts role is onsite in Metairie, LA, with the listing location in New Orleans, LA. Pay is $17.43 per hour. Allied Universal provides security and facility services across industries and communities. The officer safeguards client sites through patrols, access monitoring, observation, and incident response. The flex assignment supports client needs across changing locations and schedules, with officers documenting incidents and assisting customers, employees, and visitors.

What you'll do

• Patrol designated areas on foot or in a vehicle
• watch for unusual conditions and safety hazards
• sound alarms or contact police or fire departments when needed
• warn individuals of rule infractions
• monitor entrances and exits
• observe departing personnel to help protect property
• investigate and report incidents and suspicious activity
• maintain written logs
• assist customers, employees, and visitors
• make emergency notifications according to post orders.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

security officer

armed patrol

flex officer

variable shifts

security patrol

access monitoring

incident reports

metairie la

allied universal

$17.43/hr

armed guard license

30–40 hours weekly

travel required

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, dental, vision, basic life, AD&D, retirement plans, disability insurance, seven holidays paid at time and a half if worked, vacation after one year at eligible assignments, and employee discounts.

Why this role

Armed guard card or license and valid driver’s license required; must be available for irregular shifts, including holidays, nights, weekends, and last-minute scheduling; 30–40 hours per week; travel between Branch Flex assignments required.

About the employer

Allied Universal is hiring for this role. Industry: Security Guards and Patrol Services. Sector: 56.