Security Foot Patrol Officer

Allied Universal • Newark, DE

20h • Onsite

About The Position

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. As a Security Officer Communications Watch in Newark, DE, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Financial Institutions, and more. Join Allied Universal as a Dispatch professional supporting a dynamic financial institution location. In this role, you will monitor activity, coordinate incident response, manage communications, and help to keep operations running smoothly through strong teamwork, reliability, and integrity. This position offers the chance to use technology, sound judgment, and clear communication while delivering exceptional customer service in a fast-paced, people-first environment.

Requirements

• Have three or more years of combined law enforcement, military, or security-related experience, or possess a college degree.
• Provide proof of a high school diploma or GED as required by the client.
• Be at least 21 years of age.
• Be at least 18 years of age for unarmed roles; 21+ years of age for armed roles.
• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
• As a condition of employment, applicants will be subject to a background investigation in accordance with all federal, state, and local laws.
• As a condition of employment, applicants will be subject to a drug screen to the extent permitted by law.
• Licensing requirements are subject to state and/or local laws and regulations and may be required prior to employment.
• A valid driver’s license will be required for driving positions only.

Nice To Haves

• CPR certification is preferred.
• Being comfortable using a computer or tablet is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to employees, visitors, and vendors by carrying out site-specific procedures, access-related protocols, and when appropriate, emergency response activities at a financial institution location.
• Monitor communication systems, receive and document calls for service, and dispatch security-related personnel to routine incidents, urgent situations, and service requests in a calm, problem-solving manner.
• Maintain accurate activity logs, incident records, and dispatch reports, sharing timely updates with site contacts, supervisors, and/or responding personnel as needed.
• Observe cameras, alarms, and other monitoring systems to help identify unusual activity, support timely response efforts, and communicate relevant information according to post orders.
• Conduct regular and random patrols around the business and perimeter as assigned, noting conditions that may require follow-up and reporting concerns through established channels.

Benefits

• Access to our exclusive technology to view and claim additional shifts to earn more.
• Get paid training and access to career growth opportunities.
• Enjoy access to a retirement savings plan, plus medical, dental, vision, basic life and AD&D, and disability insurance.
• Enjoy discounts on top brands and services through our Perks Program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED