Security Guard Enhanced Part Time Patrol Alarm Review

Allied Universal; Allentown (Lehigh County); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible scheduling

Career growth

Smart tools

Benefits including holidays and paid-v

Job summary

Allied Universal in Allentown, PA seeks a part-time Security Officer to provide dependable coverage with fixed anchor shifts and optional additional shifts through a buyer-friendly scheduling platform. This role emphasizes customer service, access control, and incident response to protect residents and staff.

Position offers a pay rate of $19.00 per hour, with opportunities to earn more via the Earn More, Claim-A-Shift program, and pathways toward full-time roles through ongoing training and

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of law enforcement experience.
• At least 2 years in security supervisor/manager roles.
• At least 3 years of security-related experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to residents, visitors, staff, and vendors following site procedures.
• Respond to incidents and concerns in a calm, professional manner; document observations and notify appropriate personnel.
• Conduct regular and random unarmed patrols in buildings, parking areas and perimeters to deter unauthorized activity.
• Monitor access points, visitor activity and vehicle traffic per site policies and assist with directing visitors.

Skills

Law enforcement experience

Security supervision/management

Security experience

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Alarm panel experience

Computer/tablet familiarity

Job description

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

Life doesn’t always follow a fixed schedule. That’s why we created the Security Officer – Part Time Enhanced position: a flexible, dependable option for individuals looking to supplement their income, gain hands-on experience, or work toward a full-time career with the industry leader.

As a Security Guard Enhanced Part Time Patrol Alarm Review in Allentown, PA, this role is designed to provide reliable, consistent hours at an assigned site with the flexibility for you to earn more by picking-up additional shifts when it works for you.

Pay Rate: $19.00 / Hour

Job Schedule:

DayTimeFri10:00 PM - 06:00 AmSat10:00 PM - 06:00 AM

Pre-Employment Requirements

• Experience Requirements:

  • 1+ Years' Law Enforcement Experience (C108)
  • 2+ Years' Security Supervisor/Manager Experience
  • 3+ Years' Security Experience

• 5. Access Control

  • Employees with access to sensitive information must ensure that their email accounts are secure and that access is limited to authorized personnel only.
  • Badge access control measures must be adhered to when accessing secure areas where sensitive information may be discussed or transmitted via email.

• 6. Alarm Panel Communication

  • Employees responsible for alarm panel operations must ensure that all communications regarding alarm status and incidents are documented and communicated promptly via email to the relevant parties.

• 7. Use of Technology

  • Employees are encouraged to utilize computers or tablets for email communication to enhance productivity and efficiency.
  • Familiarity with email applications and tools is essential for effective communication.

• 8. Customer Service Communication

  • Employees in customer service roles must respond to customer inquiries via email in a timely and professional manner.

How This Role Works:

• Fixed-Shift Commitment ("Anchor Shifts"): You will be hired for a designated site and weekly shift that serves as your reliable base schedule. This assignment requires a six (6) month commitment.
• Earn More, Claim-A-Shift Program: In addition to your fixed shift, you may pick-up extra shifts through our scheduling platform, allowing you to increase earnings and gain experience across multiple sites. Work part-time hours this week and full-time the next. It’s all up to you.

This role is ideal for candidates seeking part-time employment with flexibility, income stability, and opportunities to build-up to a full-time schedule of up to 40 hours per week; always with the option to scale back when needed.

Responsibilities:

• Provide customer service to residents, visitors, staff, and/or vendors by carrying out site-specific procedures, access-control practices, and when appropriate, emergency response activities.
• Respond to incidents, resident concerns, and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem-solving manner; document observations and notify appropriate personnel according to site procedures.
• Conduct regular and random unarmed patrols throughout residential buildings, common areas, parking areas, and perimeter locations to help to deter unauthorized activity and identify potential security-related concerns.
• Monitor access points, visitor activity, and vehicle traffic in accordance with site-specific policies; assist with directing visitors and reporting unusual activity.
• Maintain accurate daily activity reports, incident reports, and shift handoff information in accordance with Allied Universal and site requirements.

Minimum Requirements:

• Possess at least 1 year of law enforcement experience, 2 years of security-related supervisor/manager experience, or 3 years of security-related experience.
• Alarm panel experience is preferred.
• Comfort using a computer or tablet is preferred.
• Customer service experience is preferred.
• Access control/badge 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.

Why Join Us:

• Flexible Scheduling: Choose from a variety of open shifts that align with your availability and lifestyle.
• Career Growth: Clear path to full-time roles and ongoing advancement through paid training programs.
• Smart Tools: Access exclusive technology for real-time shift visibility and claiming.
• Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, basic life, AD&D, retirement plans, and disability insurance; seven holidays annually paid at time and a half, if worked; 40 hours of vacation after one year of employment at eligible work assignments (unused vacation is only paid out where required by law).
• Employee Perks: Enjoy discounts at restaurants, entertainment venues, and more through our perks program.

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.

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