Allied Universal · 1 day ago
Security Officer - Dept of Public Safety Education
US-PA-Philadelphia
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$17.25/hr - $17.25/hrAllied Universal is North America’s leading security and facility services company, offering rewarding careers that provide a sense of purpose. As a Security Officer in Philadelphia, you will monitor and patrol educational facilities, helping to deter security-related incidents and maintaining a welcoming environment for students, staff, and visitors.
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Responsibilities
Provide customer service to clients, students, faculty, and visitors by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities within the educational location
Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, following protocols established for educational environments
Conduct regular and random patrols throughout the campus buildings and perimeter to help to deter unwanted activity and/or unauthorized access
Observe and report any security-related hazards, suspicious activity, or maintenance issues encountered during patrols to the appropriate parties
Support access control measures by monitoring entrances, verifying credentials when necessary, and assisting with visitor management
Maintain a visible presence to help to deter disruptive behavior and/or policy violations within the educational location
Document all incidents, observations, and activities in accordance with Allied Universal procedures and the requirements of the educational location
Qualification
Required
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
Benefits
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.
Company
Allied Universal
Allied Universal is a security and facility services company that provides tailored security solutions and smart technology.
Founded in 1957
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$9BKey Investors
Warburg PincusLa Caisse
2019-12-13Acquired
2019-09-01Private Equity· $9B
2019-02-21Private Equity
Leadership Team
Stephen Jones
Global Chairman and Chief Executive Officer
Jack Schenk
Regional Vice President - Midwest
Recent News
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