Security Officer - University Patrol

Allied Universal • Pittsburgh, PA

2d • $18 • 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 - University Campus in Pittsburgh, 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 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. Join Allied Universal at a dynamic education location as a Screener, welcoming students, faculty, and visitors while supporting a professional entry experience. You will conduct routine screening and access checks, stay visible to help reduce security-related incidents, and communicate clearly with staff and emergency partners. Bring a customer-first mindset as you use teamwork, integrity, and innovative tools to support a caring, reliable presence each day.

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.

Nice To Haves

• Alarm panel experience is preferred.
• Customer service experience is preferred.
• Access control and/or badge experience is preferred.
• Being comfortable using a computer or tablet is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to students, staff, visitors, and/or contractors by following site-specific access control and security-related screening procedures at designated entry points.
• Conduct screening of persons and belongings as required, which may include checking identification, managing visitor sign-in, inspecting bags and packages, and operating screening equipment per post orders.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and/or critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, and communicate key details to site leadership and Allied Universal supervision.
• Document and report security-related concerns, policy violations, and/or unusual activity using required logs, incident reports, and established notification procedures.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of assigned areas, such as entrances, lobbies, corridors, and perimeter zones, as directed by site procedures and staffing needs.

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