Security Officer University Enhanced Part Time

Allied Universal • Philadelphia, PA

7d • Onsite

About The Position

Allied Universal is hiring an Enhanced Part Time University Security Officer to serve and safeguard clients on a university campus in the University City neighborhood of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The position provides reliable, consistent hours at an assigned site, with the option to claim additional shifts through the company scheduling platform. The fixed weekly shift requires a six-month commitment. Employees may work part-time hours or pick up enough shifts to build toward a schedule of up to 40 hours per week, with the option to scale back.

The role involves providing customer service and carrying out site-specific security procedures, patrols, incident response, access monitoring, and reporting. The stated pay rate is $17.25 per hour. The scheduled shift is Thursday, 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.

Requirements

• Be at least 18 years old for unarmed roles or at least 21 years old for armed roles.
• 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 any licensing requirements applicable under state or local laws and regulations.
• Have a valid driver's license if applying for a driving position.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to students, faculty, staff, visitors, and campus partners by carrying out site-specific security procedures, policies, and appropriate emergency response activities.
• Conduct regular and random foot and/or vehicle patrols of campus buildings, residence areas, walkways, parking facilities, and perimeter areas to deter unauthorized activity and identify security concerns.
• Respond calmly and professionally to incidents, alarms, medical situations, and other critical events, following site procedures and notifying appropriate personnel.
• Monitor access points and campus activity, reporting unusual conditions, maintenance concerns, and policy violations to site leadership or designated campus representatives.
• Prepare clear, accurate incident reports and daily activity logs while maintaining a professional presence in an educational environment.

Benefits

• Flexible scheduling with a variety of open shifts.
• Career growth opportunities, including a path to full-time roles and paid training programs.
• Access to technology for real-time shift visibility and shift claiming.
• Medical, dental, vision, basic life, AD&D, retirement plans, and disability insurance.
• Seven holidays annually paid at time and a half if worked.
• Forty hours of vacation after one year of employment at eligible work assignments; unused vacation is paid out only where required by law.
• Discounts at restaurants, entertainment venues, and other businesses through the employee perks program.

What This Job Offers

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