Allied Universal · 6 days ago
Security Officer - Student Public Safety U-P
US-PA-Philadelphia
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$19.50/hr - $19.50/hrAllied Universal is North America’s leading security and facility services company, offering rewarding careers in a dynamic workplace. As a Security Officer - Student Center Patrol in Philadelphia, PA, you will conduct routine patrols and provide customer service to ensure safety and security for students, faculty, and visitors.
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Responsibilities
Provide customer service to students, faculty, staff, and/or visitors by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities
Conduct regular and random foot and/or vehicle patrols of academic buildings, residence hall exteriors, parking areas, walkways, and perimeter areas, with working environments and conditions varying by location
Help to deter unauthorized access and/or suspicious activity by checking doors, gates, and controlled access points, and by observing and reporting unusual conditions
Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including medical calls, disturbances, alarms, and/or fire-related notifications, and request additional resources as needed
Monitor and report security-related concerns such as broken locks, lighting outages, propped doors, and/or hazardous conditions to the appropriate parties
Complete detailed incident reports, patrol logs, and/or shift activity documentation in accordance with Allied Universal and location requirements
Provide direction and assistance to community members, including answering questions, offering wayfinding support, and coordinating with campus partners during special events
Assist with access control duties such as verifying identification, managing visitor sign-in, and/or issuing temporary access credentials when required by site-specific policy
Operate security-related systems and equipment as assigned, such as radios, access control panels, and/or video monitoring, and report observed concerns
Support traffic and pedestrian flow during peak periods and/or events, and coordinate with location personnel regarding temporary closures, escorts, and/or crowd management needs
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
2025-12-10
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