Security Officer Cheyney University

Allied Universal • Thornbury Township, PA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Allied Universal is hiring a part-time Security Officer Enhanced for an assigned site at Cheyney University in Cheyney, Pennsylvania. The role provides a designated weekly anchor shift requiring a six-month commitment, with the option to claim additional shifts through the company scheduling platform. The schedule can vary from part-time to as many as 40 hours per week, with the option to scale back. The position is unarmed, involves patrols and digital reporting, and pays $17.95 per hour. The listed shift is Saturday, 3:00 PM–11:00 PM.

The officer supports campus security while providing customer service to students, faculty, staff, visitors, and campus partners. Duties include patrols, access-control support, responding to incidents and emergencies, and documenting activity. Applicants must be at least 18 years old for unarmed roles and have a high school diploma or equivalent. Employment is conditional on applicable background and drug screening requirements. Licensing may be required under applicable state or local regulations; a valid driver's license is required only for driving positions.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age for unarmed roles; armed roles require applicants to be at least 21.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Applicants are subject to a background investigation in accordance with applicable laws.
• Applicants are subject to drug screening to the extent permitted by law.
• Licensing requirements may apply under state and/or local laws and regulations.
• A valid driver's license is required for driving positions only.

Nice To Haves

• Comfort using a computer or tablet is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service while carrying out security procedures, site-specific policies, and emergency response activities.
• Conduct regular and random foot and/or vehicle patrols of campus buildings, residence areas, parking facilities, walkways, and perimeter locations; identify and report unusual activity, hazards, and maintenance concerns.
• Respond professionally to incidents, alarms, medical emergencies, and critical situations, following site procedures and coordinating with campus personnel and emergency responders.
• Monitor access points and support access-control procedures by checking credentials, documenting visitor activity, and reporting unauthorized-access concerns.
• Complete accurate activity logs, incident reports, and patrol documentation, and communicate relevant information to supervisors and incoming personnel.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Basic life and AD&D insurance.
• Retirement plans.
• Disability insurance.
• Seven holidays annually paid at time and a half if worked.
• 40 hours of vacation after one year of employment at eligible work assignments; unused vacation is paid out only where required by law.
• Employee discounts at restaurants, entertainment venues, and more.
• Paid training programs and opportunities for career advancement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED