Security Officer - Drexel University Residential

Allied Universal • Philadelphia, PA

3d • $17 • Onsite

About The Position

As a Security Officer - Flex Checkpoint Desk in Philadelphia, PA, 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 Flex 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 a Front Desk Security Officer at an education location, you will welcome students, staff, and visitors while managing access, checking credentials, answering questions, and logging security-related activity. You will monitor lobby areas, respond to calls for assistance, and communicate clearly with campus partners to help support a respectful environment. At Allied Universal, you will bring agile, reliable service through teamwork, innovation, and integrity in every interaction.

Requirements

• 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.
• 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 while carrying out security-related procedures and site-specific policies at an academic location, including greeting and assisting students, faculty, staff, and visitors at the front desk.
• Control access by verifying identification, issuing visitor credentials, maintaining visitor and vendor logs, and directing authorized individuals to appropriate destinations.
• Monitor front desk activity and available systems such as cameras, alarms, and/or access control to help to deter unauthorized entry and to identify unusual conditions for prompt follow-up.
• Respond to incidents, requests for assistance, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including notifying appropriate campus contacts and/or emergency services when needed.
• Complete incident reports and daily activity logs, communicate clearly with Allied Universal supervision and site contacts, and support emergency response activities as directed by post orders.

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