Security Officer - Education Patrol Specialist

Allied Universal, North America's leading security and facility services company, offers rewarding careers that provide you a sense of purpose. While working in a dynamic, welcoming, and collaborative workplace, you will be part of a team that contributes to a culture that positively impacts the communities and customers we serve.

As a Security Officer - Education Patrol Specialist Full-Time in Philadelphia, PA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Education, and more. As a Patrol Officer with Allied Universal at a distinguished education location, you will conduct thorough patrols throughout the premises to help deter security-related incidents and foster a secure environment for students, staff, and visitors. Your presence will help promote peace of mind, while your strong communication skills and customer service approach will support daily campus interactions. Join a team where integrity, teamwork, and a people-first culture drive your daily impact and where your security-related expertise truly makes a difference in the educational community.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $17.60 / Hour

Job Schedule:

Why Join Us:

Smart Tools: Access to our exclusive technology to view and claim additional shifts to earn more.
• Career Growth: Get paid training and access to career growth opportunities.
• Financial Benefits: Participate in our retirement savings plan to invest in your future.
• Exclusive Perks: Enjoy discounts on top brands and services through our Perks Program.

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to clients, students, faculty, and visitors by carrying out security-related procedures and site-specific policies within the educational environment.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, supporting the campus community as needed.
• Conduct regular and random patrols throughout campus buildings and the perimeter to help to deter unwanted activity and identify potential concerns.
• Monitor access points and observe for any unusual or suspicious behavior throughout the location.
• Communicate professionally with staff, visitors, and local law enforcement when required, following established protocols.
• Document and report security-related incidents, maintenance needs, and/or hazards encountered during patrols.
• Support emergency response activities as directed by site-specific policies and Allied Universal procedures.

Minimum Requirements:

• At least 2 years of security-related experience is required.
• Proof of a high school diploma or GED is required by the client.
• Applicants must be at least 21 years of age.
• At least 2 years of service in a healthcare or medical-related field is required.
• Customer service experience is preferred.
• Be at least 18 years of age for unarmed roles; 21+ years of age for armed roles.
• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
• As a condition of employment, applicants will be subject to a background investigation in accordance with all federal, state, and local laws.
• Allied Universal will consider qualified applications with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable laws.
• As a condition of employment, applicants will be subject to a drug screen to the extent permitted by law.
• Licensing requirements are subject to state and/or local laws and regulations and may be required prior to employment.
• A valid driver's license will be required for driving positions only.

Allied Universal is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or relationship/association with a protected veteran, or any other basis or characteristic protected by law. For more information: www.aus.com.

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