Security Officer Patrol Officer

Allied Universal • Cambridge, MA

2d • $24 • Onsite

About The Position

As a Security Officer - Unarmed Patrol Officer in Cambridge, MA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Healthcare, and more. Join Allied Universal as an unarmed patrol officer at a leading healthcare location, where you will monitor and patrol assigned areas, maintain a visible presence that helps to discourage incidents, and respond to security-related concerns with calm, clear communication. You will document observations, support staff and visitors with strong customer service, and work as part of a team that is agile, reliable, innovative, and guided by integrity and a people-first culture.

Requirements

• Have at least 1 year of security-related experience.
• 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.

Nice To Haves

• Access control and/or badge experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and/or emergency response activities at a healthcare location.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including de-escalation and timely communication to site leadership and Allied Universal management.
• Conduct regular and random unarmed patrols of laboratories, office areas, lobbies, parking areas, and the perimeter, documenting observations and reporting maintenance hazards and/or unusual activity.
• Control access for employees, contractors, patients, and visitors by verifying credentials, directing traffic flow, and monitoring entry points in accordance with site-specific policies.
• Complete security-related reports, incident documentation, and shift logs, and communicate relevant information during post transitions and/or via approved reporting systems.

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 and Health Benefits: Enjoy access to a retirement savings plan, plus medical, dental, vision, basic life and AD&D, and disability insurance.
• Exclusive Perks: 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