Museum Security Officer (Part Time)
About The Position
As a part-time unarmed Museum Security Officer in University City, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, you will help safeguard a leading museum on a university campus. You will monitor and patrol assigned museum and campus areas, maintain a visible presence to deter security-related incidents, and support a welcoming environment. You will provide customer service and communicate with students, faculty, staff, visitors, and campus partners, while responding professionally to security concerns and emergencies. The role includes following site-specific policies and procedures, conducting foot and vehicle patrols, monitoring access points, reporting suspicious behavior and hazards, and preparing activity and incident reports. The posted schedule includes daytime shifts from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM on Monday, Saturday, and Sunday. The pay rate is $17.25 per hour. Employees can use the Claim a Shift platform to view and claim additional shifts. Allied Universal offers paid training, career growth opportunities, a retirement savings plan, and a Perks Program with discounts on brands and services.
Requirements
- Be at least 18 years of age for unarmed roles.
- Possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
- Submit to a background investigation as a condition of employment, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.
- Submit to a drug screen as a condition of employment, to the extent permitted by law.
- Meet any applicable state or local licensing requirements, which may be required before employment.
Responsibilities
- Provide customer service to students, faculty, staff, visitors, and campus partners while carrying out security procedures, site-specific policies, and appropriate emergency response activities.
- Respond calmly and professionally to incidents, alarms, and critical situations, following established reporting and notification protocols.
- Conduct regular and random foot and vehicle patrols throughout campus buildings, grounds, parking areas, and perimeter locations to deter unauthorized activity.
- Monitor access points and campus activity, reporting suspicious behavior, hazards, and maintenance concerns to appropriate personnel.
- Prepare clear and accurate activity and incident reports and communicate professionally with Allied Universal leadership and site contacts.
Benefits
- Access to technology for viewing and claiming additional shifts.
- Paid training and career growth opportunities.
- Retirement savings plan.
- Perks Program discounts on brands and services.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
