Security Officer Flex Night Shift Patrol

Allied Universal • Palmer Township, PA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Security Professional Branch Flex Officer serves and safeguards clients across industries including healthcare, education, finance, and retail. The role provides experience across varied sites and may support career advancement within Allied Universal.

The position typically works 30–40 hours per week. Schedules vary week to week and include manager-assigned shifts and shifts picked up through the Earn More, Claim-A-Shift self-scheduling program. Shifts, days, locations, and assignments change regularly. Officers may be assigned irregular shifts with little to no advance notice and must be able to accommodate last-minute schedule changes. The role requires reliable transportation and the ability to commute to designated work locations within a reasonable distance.

The advertised position is a night-shift patrol role in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, with a pay rate of $15.09 per hour. The officer performs site security duties, responds to safety and security concerns, documents incidents, and assists customers, employees, and visitors. Work may involve varying shifts, including evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays.

Requirements

• Must be available to work varying shifts, including holidays, nights, and weekends.
• Must be available for last-minute shift scheduling and adjust availability with little notice.
• Must have reliable transportation and be able to travel the required distances to work locations.
• Must be at least 18 years of age for unarmed roles; 21 or older for armed roles.
• Must possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Applicants are subject to a background investigation, in accordance with applicable laws.
• Applicants are subject to a drug screen to the extent permitted by law.
• State or local licensing may be required before employment.
• A valid driver’s license is required for driving positions only.

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

• Perform security patrols of designated areas on foot or in a vehicle.
• Watch for irregular or unusual conditions that may create security concerns or safety hazards.
• Sound alarms or call the police or fire department in case of fire or unauthorized persons.
• Warn violators of 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 protect against theft of company property and ensure authorized removal of property follows client requirements.
• Investigate and prepare reports on accidents, incidents, and suspicious activities; maintain written logs as required by the post.
• Assist customers, employees, and visitors in a courteous and professional manner.
• Make emergency notifications as necessary pursuant to site Post Orders.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Basic life and AD&D insurance.
• Retirement plans.
• Disability insurance.
• 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 career advancement.

What This Job Offers

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