Security Officer Armed Patrol Response

Allied Universal; Harrisburg (Dauphin County); On-site; USD 27,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart Tools

Career Growth

Benefits package

Perks Program

Job summary

Allied Universal is seeking aSecurity Officer Armed Patrol Response in Harrisburg, PA. This full-time role involves patrols, quick incident responses, and ensuring client safety with professional communication and customer service.

Candidates must hold Act 235 qualification in Pennsylvania, be 21+, have a high school diploma, pass background checks and drug screens, and may require a valid driver's license for driving positions.

Qualifications

• Act 235 qualification required in Pennsylvania.
• 21+ years old for armed roles.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Background check required by law.
• Drug screen required by law.
• Possible state/local licensing requirements.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service while carrying out security procedures.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations calmly.
• Conduct regular armed patrols around the facility and perimeter.
• Monitor access points and observe activity per site procedures.
• Document incidents and patrols and communicate findings to relevant personnel.

Skills

Customer service

Armed patrol

Incident response

Report writing

Education

Act 235 qualification (PA)

High school diploma or equivalent

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

As a Security Officer Armed Patrol Response in Harrisburg, PA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries. Join Allied Universal as an Armed Patrol Officer, supporting a professional location through routine patrols, visible presence, and prompt response to security-related concerns. You will help to deter incidents, communicate clearly with employees and visitors, and deliver attentive customer service. This role calls for Act 235 qualification and offers the opportunity to work with an agile, reliable team that puts people first and acts with integrity.

Position Type

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate

Pay Rate: $23.35 / Hour

Job Schedule

DayTimeMon11:00 PM - 07:00 AMTue11:00 PM - 07:00 AMWed11:00 PM - 07:00 AMThur11:00 PM - 07:00 AM

What You’ll Do

• Provide customer service to clients by carrying out security-related 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 armed patrols around the business and perimeter to help identify and report unusual activity or potential concerns.
• Monitor access points and observe activity throughout the location in accordance with site-specific procedures.
• Document incidents, observations, and patrol activity, and communicate relevant information to appropriate personnel.

Minimum Requirements

• Possess an Act 235 qualification in Pennsylvania.
• Be at least 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.
• Participate in industry-specific security-related training programs.
• 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.