Security Officer - Central Avenue - Hospital

AECOM; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a full-time Security Officer for a healthcare facility in Philadelphia. This role involves patrolling, responding to incidents, and ensuring a safe environment. Candidates must possess a high school diploma and customer service experience along with the ability to de-escalate potentially dangerous situations. Health benefits and 401k plans are included for full-time employees.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401k Retirement Plan

Paid Orientation

Career Advancement Opportunities

Employee Discounts

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years old for security officer role.
• Prior work experience in a customer-facing role required.
• Successful completion of training and certification needed.

Responsibilities

• Observe and remain vigilant for signs of crime and disorder.
• Patrol to check for unsafe conditions and unauthorized individuals.
• Respond to various emergency incidents with calm urgency.

Skills

Customer Service

Vigilance

Emergency Response

Education

High School Diploma or GED Equivalent

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. We offer comprehensive benefits for most full-time positions, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, life insurance, a retirement plan, employee assistance programs, company discounts, perks, and more.

**Allied Universal is Hiring in the Fox Chase Area of Philadelphia, PA**

**Security Officer (** **Hospital) (7600 Block of Central Avenue)**

**Full Time - Multiple Shifts Available**

***Must be 21 yrs of age or older**

***Must have a High School Diploma or GED Equivalent**

**$16.25 Per Hour**

**Weekly Pay! - As Well As *Instant Pay* a Work Today, Get Paid Today Option!**

**Excellent Career Advancement Opportunities!**

**Paid Orientation, Medical, Dental, Vision and 401k for Full-Time!**

**COVID-19 vaccination is required for this position - the Company will provide accommodations as required by law for disability and religious-based reasons.**

As a Hospital Security Officer, you will serve and safeguard a high profile healthcare customer. The Hospital Security Officer is responsible for the surveillance of the client’s healthcare premises and the protection of the staff, members, and visitors. A Hospital Security Professional detects and prevents any suspicious activity, observe and reports incidents, and provides customer service in a friendly and professional manner.

**Responsibilities:**

+ Observe and remain vigilant for signs of crime, disorder, hazard, and unusual activity

+ Patrol on foot, bicycle, or via a vehicle to check for unsafe conditions, blocked entryways, security violations, mechanical problems, and unauthorized individuals

+ Orally and physically de-escalating individuals, as needed

+ Inspect all security devices and fire control equipment

+ Screen members, visitors, and client employees to expedite their admittance to the facility

+ Respond to incidents of fire, medical emergency, bomb threat, flooding, water discharge, elevator emergency, hazardous materials, or inclement weather with calm urgency

+ May also include patient escort, patient watch, provide safety escort, assist and/or transport deceased to morgue

**Minimum Requirements:**

+ Prior work experience involving dealing with customers, troubleshooting, and/or managing stressful situations

+ 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

+ 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

+ Post offer, must be able to successfully complete the training requirement and obtain a Management of Aggressive Behavior certification

**Perks and Benefits:**

+ Health insurance and 401k plans for full-time positions

+ Schedules that fit with your personal life goals

+ Ongoing paid training programs and career growth opportunities

+ Employee discounts through our perks program to your favorite restaurants, entertainment venues and much more…

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 any questions regarding Equal Employment Opportunity, have difficulty using the online system and require an alternate method to apply, or require an accommodation at any time during the recruitment and/or employment process, please contact our local Human Resources department. To find an office near you, please visit: www.aus.com/offices.

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 any questions regarding Equal Employment Opportunity, have difficulty using the online system and require an alternate method to apply, or require an accommodation at any time during the recruitment and/or employment process, please contact our local Human Resources department. To find an office near you, please visit: www.aus.com/offices.

**Job ID:** 2025-1388813

**Location:** United States-Pennsylvania-Philadelphia

**Job Category:** Security Officer, Hospital Security