Security Officer Pharma Company

Allied Universal•Cambridge, MA

11d•Onsite

About The Position

Allied Universal is hiring a part-time Security Officer for a pharma company in Cambridge, Massachusetts. The position has a fixed Saturday and Sunday schedule from 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., with a six-month commitment to the assigned site and shifts. Officers may claim additional shifts through the company scheduling platform, allowing them to work more hours, potentially up to 40 hours per week, with the option to scale back. Starting pay is $25.55 per hour. Paid orientation and training, free parking, and an on-site gym are offered. The officer provides customer service and carries out security procedures, site policies, and appropriate emergency response activities. Duties include monitoring calls, alarms, and communications; dispatching personnel in accordance with site protocols; responding calmly to incidents; maintaining logs and records; and conducting assigned patrols. Work environments and conditions may vary by site.

Requirements

Be at least 18 years old for unarmed roles or at least 21 years old for armed roles.
Possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
Submit to a background investigation in accordance with applicable laws.
Submit to a drug screen to the extent permitted by law.
Meet applicable state or local licensing requirements, which may be required before employment.
Have a valid driver’s license for driving positions only.
Commit to the designated site and weekly anchor shifts for six months.

Nice To Haves

Comfort using a computer or tablet is preferred.
Ability to lift more than 20 pounds is preferred.
Customer service experience is preferred.
Alarm panel experience is preferred.
Loss prevention experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide customer service to clients, visitors, and personnel while carrying out security procedures, site-specific policies, and appropriate emergency response activities.
Monitor incoming calls, alarms, and communications; dispatch appropriate personnel according to site protocols and accurately document incidents.
Respond calmly to incidents and critical situations, coordinating communications with site personnel and emergency responders as needed.
Maintain dispatch logs, access-related records, and other required documentation while handling sensitive information professionally.
Conduct regular and random patrols around the location and perimeter as assigned.