Security Officer PMA

Allied Universal • Philadelphia, PA

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Allied Universal is hiring a Security Officer Enhanced Part Time Unarmed Patrol Guest Support in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The role provides dependable hours at an assigned museum site, with the option to claim additional shifts at that or other sites through the company’s scheduling platform. The designated weekly shift is a fixed “anchor shift” and requires a six-month commitment. Employees may build their schedule up to 40 hours per week and may scale back when needed. The pay rate is $16.25 per hour.

The Security Officer supports visitors, staff, and vendors while helping protect museum galleries, public and staff areas, entrances, exhibits, artwork, and property. The position involves customer service, unarmed patrols, access-point monitoring, responding to incidents, and reporting concerns according to site procedures and established protocols.

Requirements

• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Be at least 18 years of age for unarmed roles.
• Submit to a background investigation, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.
• Submit to a drug screen to the extent permitted by law.
• Meet any applicable state or local licensing requirements, which may be required before employment.

Nice To Haves

• Customer service experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to visitors, staff, and vendors by following security procedures and site-specific policies and, when appropriate, participating in emergency response activities.
• Respond to incidents, visitor concerns, and critical situations calmly and professionally, following established protocols and notifying appropriate personnel.
• Conduct regular and random unarmed patrols throughout galleries, public spaces, staff areas, entrances, and the surrounding perimeter.
• Monitor access points and visitor activity, provide directions and facility information, and report unusual conditions or maintenance concerns to site leadership.
• Help protect artwork, exhibits, and museum property by observing assigned areas, maintaining a professional presence, and documenting incidents or observations as required.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage, basic life and AD&D insurance, retirement plans, and 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.
• Discounts at restaurants, entertainment venues, and more through the employee perks program.
• Paid training programs and opportunities for career advancement.

What This Job Offers

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