Security Officer Flex Patrol

Allied Universal • Philadelphia, PA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Allied Universal is hiring a Branch Flex Unarmed Security Officer in the University City neighborhood of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The officer will serve and safeguard clients across industries such as healthcare, education, finance, and retail, with assignments on a leading university’s campus and at a variety of sites. The role offers hands-on experience, exposure to diverse work environments, and opportunities for career advancement.

The position typically involves 30–40 hours per week. Schedules vary according to manager-assigned shifts and shifts claimed through the Earn More, Claim-A-Shift self-scheduling program. Shifts, days, locations, and assignments change regularly, and the officer may be assigned irregular shifts with little to no advance notice to meet client needs. The pay rate is $18.04 per hour.

Requirements

• Be available to work varying shifts, including holidays, nights, and weekends.
• Have reliable transportation.
• Be available for last-minute shift scheduling.
• Be able to travel required distances.
• Be at least 21 years of age.
• Have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Submit to a background investigation as a condition of employment, in accordance with applicable law.
• 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

• Ability to speak, read, and write in multiple languages, such as Spanish, Portuguese, French, or Arabic.
• Prior security, military, or law enforcement experience.

Responsibilities

• Conduct security patrols of designated areas on foot or in a vehicle.
• Watch for unusual or irregular conditions that may create security concerns or safety hazards.
• Sound alarms or contact police or fire departments in the event of a fire or unauthorized persons.
• Warn individuals about rule infractions, such as loitering, smoking, or carrying forbidden articles.
• Permit authorized persons to enter property and monitor entrances and exits.
• Observe departing personnel to help prevent theft of company property and ensure authorized property removal complies with client requirements.
• Investigate and prepare reports on accidents, incidents, and suspicious activities, and maintain written logs as required by the post.
• Assist customers, employees, and visitors courteously and professionally.
• Make emergency notifications as necessary under site Post Orders.

Benefits

• 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.
• Paid training programs and opportunities for advancement.

What This Job Offers

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