Security Officer - Bicycle Patrol

Allied Universal • Philadelphia, PA

8d • 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 Unarmed Bicycle Detail in Philadelphia, PA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Education, and more. Join Allied Universal in a dynamic education location where you will monitor and patrol assigned areas, remain visible to help discourage security-related concerns, and support students, staff, and visitors with outstanding customer service and communication. In this unarmed patrol role, you will bring an agile, reliable, and innovative approach while working with a caring team that puts people first and acts with integrity.

Requirements

• Be 21+ years of age.
• Be able to ride a bike.
• 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.

Nice To Haves

• The ability to lift more than 20 lbs is preferred.
• The ability to ride a bike for long periods of time is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to students, faculty, staff, visitors, and/or campus partners by carrying out security-related procedures, location-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities.
• Respond to incidents, disturbances, and/or critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, documenting observations and sharing relevant information with campus contacts and/or Allied Universal leadership.
• Conduct regular and random patrols throughout academic buildings, common areas, walkways, parking areas, and perimeter locations to help to deter unauthorized activity and/or unusual conditions.
• Monitor access points and campus activity, assisting with visitor screening, directional support, and reporting maintenance, lighting, and/or security-related concerns observed during patrols.
• Support a professional environment by following post orders, remaining visible throughout the location, and communicating clearly with students, staff, visitors, and/or first responders as needed.

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