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Allied Universal

Security Officer Cheyney University

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What they do

A Campus Security Officer provides security for property at university and school campuses. Monitors entrances and patrols buildings, watches for intruders or vandals; reports building maintenance problems; deals with customers or visitors that create a disturbance in the building.

$40,713 / year median in Pennsylvania

+9% projected growth

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Job Description

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 Access Control Associate in Cheyney, PA , you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Education, and more. Join Allied Universal at an education location where you will monitor entry points, verify credentials, and help manage access for students, staff, and visitors. This Access Control role combines customer service, communication, and visible presence to help support a welcoming environment and help deter security-related incidents. Be part of a caring team that values agility, reliability, innovation, teamwork, and integrity.
Position Type:
Full Time Pay Rate:
$17.95 /
Hour Job Schedule:
Day Time Mon 07:00 AM
  • 03:00 PM Tue 07:00 AM
  • 03:00 PM Wed 07:00 AM
  • 03:00 PM Sun 07:00 AM
  • 03:00
PM What You'll Do:
Provide customer service by carrying out site-specific procedures, monitoring access points, and assisting students, staff, visitors, and vendors with entry requirements at an educational location. Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, and communicate with campus contacts and/or emergency responders as needed. Verify identification, issue visitor credentials, maintain access logs, and report unusual activity or policy concerns through appropriate security-related channels. Conduct regular and random patrols around buildings, common areas, and perimeter locations to help to deter unauthorized access and observe for security-related concerns. Support campus policies by monitoring doors, gates, and restricted areas, providing directions and information, and documenting daily activities, incidents, and/or maintenance-related observations.
Minimum Requirements:
Be at least 21 years of age. Comfortable using a computer or tablet 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.
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 and Health Benefits:
Enjoy access to a retirement savings plan, plus medical, dental, vision, basic life and AD&D, and disability insurance.
Exclusive Perks:
Enjoy discounts on top brands and services through our Perks Program. 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 . If you have difficulty using the online system and require an alternate method to apply or require an accommodation, please contact our local Human Resources department. To find an office near you, please visit: www.aus.com/offices .