Custom Protection Officer – ACT 235 Certified

Allied Universal; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 39,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Allied Universal is seeking a Custom Protection Officer to safeguard clients across Commercial Real Estate, Healthcare, Education, Government and more. Pay rate is $30 per hour, with requirements including ACT 235 certification. A background check and drug screen are part of the process.

Responsibilities include conducting patrols, responding to incidents, providing customer service, and enforcing site policies across client locations. Local licensing and experience prerequisites apply.

Qualifications

• Be at least 18 years of age for unarmed roles; 21+ for armed roles.
• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent, or 5 years of verifiable experience.
• Must possess one or more of the following: military/security-related service, CPSA graduation, or degrees in law enforcement/criminal justice.
• A background investigation will be conducted as a condition of employment.
• A drug screen will be required where permitted by law.
• Licensing requirements may be required prior to employment; a valid driver’s license is required for driving positions.

Responsibilities

• Perform security patrols of designated areas on foot or in vehicle.
• Watch for irregular or unusual conditions that may create security concerns or safety hazards.
• Sound alarms or calls police or fire department in case of fire or presence of unauthorized persons.
• Provide customer service to clients by carrying out safety and security procedures and site-specific policies; assist in emergency responses as needed.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner.
• Conduct regular and random patrols around the business and perimeter; environments may vary by site.

Skills

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate's degree in law enforcement or criminal justice

Bachelor's degree in law enforcement or criminal justice

Graduate of a Certified Public Safety Academy

8+ years of military service

Job description

Overview

Company Overview

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.

Job Description

As a Custom Protection Officer, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Commercial Real Estate, Healthcare, Education, Government and more.

Pay Rate: $30 / hour

Must be ACT 235 Certified to qualify for this position.

We do not sponsor the ACT 235 Certification so must have qualification upon application.

Responsibilities

• Perform security patrols of designated areas on foot or in vehicle
• Watch for irregular or unusual conditions that may create security concerns or safety hazards
• Sound alarms or calls police or fire department in case of fire or presence of unauthorized persons
• Provide customer service to our clients by carrying out safety and security procedures, site-specific policies and when appropriate, emergency response activities
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem solving manner
• Conduct regular and random patrols around the business and perimeter. Working environments and conditions may vary by client site

Minimum Requirements

• Be at least 18 years of age for unarmed roles; 21+ years of age for armed roles
• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent, or 5 years of verifiable experience
• Must possess one or more of the following:
• Service in Military Occupational Specialty related to law enforcement, security (such as Military Police, Elite Military Forces, combat arms) or any support role in a Combat Zone
• Graduate of a Certified Public Safety Academy (military or civilian) or verified work experience in the law enforcement, adult corrections, or firefighter field
• Bachelor's degree in law enforcement or criminal justice related studies
• A minimum of 8 or more years of service in any military branch
• Associate's degree (or 60 credits) or higher in law enforcement or criminal justice with current or prior active military service
• 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

Closing

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