Security Officer Part Time Monitor Respond Investigate

Allied Universal•Allen Township, PA

About The Position

Allied Universal is hiring a part-time Security Officer in Northampton, Pennsylvania, to support a logistics and distribution site. The officer helps maintain a secure environment by managing site entry, verifying badges and credentials, monitoring access points, and conducting routine patrols. The role includes remaining visible to deter security-related incidents while providing professional customer service and clear communication. The position is scheduled Monday through Wednesday, 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. The pay rate is $18.03 per hour. Employees can use Allied Universal’s Claim a Shift platform to view and claim additional shifts. The company offers paid training, career growth opportunities, a retirement savings plan, and discounts through its Perks Program.

Requirements

Be at least 18 years of age for unarmed roles; armed roles require applicants to be at least 21.
Possess 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 and/or local licensing requirements; licensing may be required before employment.
A valid driver's license is required for driving positions only.

Nice To Haves

Customer service experience is preferred.
Comfort using a computer or tablet is preferred; a basic skills assessment may be required.
Access control and badge experience is preferred, including familiarity with issuing, tracking, and managing badges.

Responsibilities

Provide customer service to employees, visitors, drivers, and contractors by following site-specific procedures, access-control protocols, and emergency response activities as appropriate.
Monitor access points, verify credentials, maintain visitor and driver logs, and direct authorized individuals to designated areas.
Respond calmly to incidents, access-control concerns, and critical situations, escalating matters according to site-specific procedures.
Conduct regular and random patrols of access points, loading areas, parking areas, and the business perimeter to help deter unauthorized activity.
Prepare accurate reports and communicate observations, incidents, and access-related information to Allied Universal leadership and site contacts.