Security Officer Overnight Weekdays Patrols

Allied Universal • Easton, PA

16h

About The Position

Allied Universal is hiring a Security Officer to safeguard a retirement home during overnight weekday hours. The role includes providing customer service while carrying out safety and security procedures, following site-specific policies, and responding to emergencies. The officer conducts walking patrols throughout the facility and its outdoor property, monitors the premises and security systems, assists residents as needed, and documents and communicates incidents and security concerns. Pay is $20.00 per hour.

Requirements

• At least 18 years of age for unarmed roles; at least 21 years of age for armed roles.
• High school diploma or equivalent, or five years of verifiable experience.
• Customer service experience is preferred, with strong customer service skills and the ability to interact positively with clients and colleagues.
• 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.
• Meet applicable state or local licensing requirements, which may be required before employment.
• A valid driver's license is required for driving positions only.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a customer-facing role.

Responsibilities

• Conduct regular walking patrols throughout hallways, common areas, entrances, exits, and outdoor property.
• Monitor the building to help keep residents, staff, and visitors safe and secure.
• Check doors, windows, emergency exits, and restricted areas to ensure they are secured.
• Watch for suspicious activity, unauthorized visitors, and unauthorized entry or exit.
• Respond promptly to security concerns, disturbances, alarms, and emergencies, following facility procedures and responding calmly.
• Assist residents who need help locating staff or contacting the appropriate department.
• Interact with elderly residents in a calm, respectful, and professional manner.
• Observe and report unusual activity, safety hazards, falls, and other incidents to appropriate staff.
• Contact emergency services when necessary.
• Complete security logs, patrol reports, and incident reports accurately.
• Monitor surveillance cameras and alarm systems, if applicable.
• Help maintain a quiet and orderly facility overnight.
• Communicate important information and security concerns to management and incoming staff at shift change.
• Provide customer service while carrying out safety and security procedures, site-specific policies, and appropriate emergency response activities.
• Conduct regular and random patrols around the business and perimeter.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Basic life, AD&D, and disability insurance.
• Company retirement plans.
• 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.

What This Job Offers

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