Security Officer - Hostos
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 - Flex Unarmed Route Patrol in Philadelphia, PA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries. 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 an unarmed Patrol Officer with Allied Universal at a school location, you will monitor and patrol assigned areas, maintain a visible presence to help reduce security-related incidents, and support staff, students, and visitors with courteous service. You will conduct routine rounds, observe and report unusual activity, and communicate clearly to support smooth daily operations. Join a caring, people-first team that is agile, reliable, innovative, and grounded in teamwork and integrity.
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 students, staff, visitors, and vendors by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities.
- Conduct regular and random patrols of school buildings, hallways, common areas, and the exterior perimeter to help to deter unwanted activity and identify potential concerns.
- Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including reporting conditions, documenting events, and notifying appropriate contacts per post orders.
- Support access control at designated entrances by monitoring visitor flow, verifying identification when directed, and observing for prohibited items or unusual behavior.
- Perform routine rounds and checks of doors, gates, lighting, and other physical conditions, and communicate maintenance-related concerns through established reporting channels.
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.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
