Security Officer - Academic Grounds Patrol

Allied Universal • Auburn, AL

12d • $14 • 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. Job Description As a Security Officer - Academic Grounds Patrol in Auburn, AL , you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Education, and more. Join a leading team where flexibility meets opportunity. As a Part-Time Security Officer, you can build a schedule that works for you and explore new roles using our Claim a Shift platform. Learn more: aus.com/earnmore. As an unarmed Patrol Officer with Allied Universal at a busy education location, you will conduct routine foot and vehicle patrols across campus areas, remain highly visible to help to deter security-related incidents, and respond to calls for assistance with professionalism. You will support students, faculty, staff, and visitors through strong communication, reporting, and customer service. Join a team that is agile, reliable, and innovative, leading with integrity and teamwork.

Requirements

• 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. Allied Universal will consider qualified applications with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable 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.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to clients, students, faculty, staff, and visitors by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including medical situations, fire alarms, and disorderly conduct, and escalate to campus authorities as required.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of campus buildings, residence areas, parking lots, walkways, and the perimeter; working environments and conditions may vary by location.
• Monitor and control access at designated points, checking identification and/or visitor authorization in accordance with site procedures.
• Observe for policy violations, suspicious activity, and hazards that could impact operations, and help to deter unwanted behavior through high-visibility presence and customer service.
• Provide assistance with directions, building access questions, and general campus inquiries while maintaining a professional presence.
• Complete patrol logs, incident reports, and other documentation using required systems and formats, including accurate times, locations, and actions taken.
• Communicate promptly with supervisors and dispatch using radios and/or phones, providing clear updates and requesting support when needed.
• Respond to alarms, door alerts, and other security-related notifications, investigate the cause, and document findings per post orders.
• Support campus events by monitoring assigned areas, assisting with crowd management, and coordinating with event staff and campus authorities as needed.
• Perform welfare checks and locate individuals when requested by authorized personnel, following site procedures and documentation requirements.
• Assist with lost and found processes and property recovery by documenting items and coordinating handoff per site policy.

Benefits

• Smart Tools: Access to our exclusive technology to view and claim additional shifts to earn more.
• Career Growth: Get paid training and access to career growth opportunities.
• Financial Benefits: Participate in our retirement savings plan to invest in your future.
• Exclusive Perks: Enjoy discounts on top brands and services through our Perks Program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees