Security Officer Pharma Site

Allied Universal • Cambridge, MA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Allied Universal is hiring a part-time Security Officer for an unarmed patrol and badge-validation assignment at a pharma site in Cambridge, Massachusetts. The fixed weekly anchor shift is Thursday from 3:00 PM to 11:00 PM, with a six-month commitment. Officers may claim additional shifts through the scheduling platform, potentially building up to 40 hours per week while retaining the option to scale back. Starting pay is $25.37 per hour. Paid orientation and training are provided.

The role supports a safe site through customer service, security procedures, access monitoring, patrols, incident response, and accurate documentation. The position involves working around commercial office, laboratory, parking, and perimeter areas.

Requirements

• Be at least 18 years of age for unarmed roles; armed roles require applicants to be at least 21.
• Have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Submit to a background investigation as a condition of employment, in accordance with applicable laws.
• Submit to a drug screen as a condition of employment, to the extent permitted by law.
• Meet applicable state or local licensing requirements, which may be required before employment.

Nice To Haves

• Customer service experience is preferred.
• Access control and badge experience is preferred.
• A valid driver's license is required for driving positions only.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to clients, tenants, employees, and visitors while carrying out security procedures and site-specific policies, and participate in emergency response activities when appropriate.
• Respond calmly to incidents, alarms, and critical situations; document observations and notify appropriate personnel.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of commercial office, laboratory, parking, and perimeter areas to identify unusual activity, hazards, and access concerns.
• Monitor access points and visitor activity according to site requirements to help protect personnel, property, and business operations.
• Complete accurate daily activity reports and incident documentation, and communicate professionally with site contacts and Allied Universal leadership.

Benefits

• Paid orientation and paid training.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Basic life, AD&D, and disability insurance.
• Retirement plans.
• 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 other businesses through the perks program.
• Flexible scheduling and the option to claim additional shifts.
• Career growth opportunities, including a path to full-time roles and advancement through paid training programs.

What This Job Offers

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