Security Officer Cheyney University

Alliedbarton Security Services; Cheyney (PA); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

Allied Universal is seeking a Security Officer (Part Time) in Cheyney, PA to monitor access points, verify credentials, and maintain a welcoming environment for students, staff, and visitors. You will use computer/tablet tools, respond to incidents, and help deter security issues while supporting a safe campus.

The role offers part-time hours with daytime night shifts, and a pay rate of $17.95 per hour. Applicants must meet age, licensing and background check requirements and be ready to work on

Qualifications

• Must be 18+ for unarmed roles; 21+ for armed roles.
• Background checks required under federal, state and local laws.
• Drug screen required where permitted by law.
• Licensing requirements may apply per state/local regulations.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to students, faculty, staff, visitors, and contractors by carrying out site-specific access control procedures, policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities.
• Monitor entry and exit points, verify credentials and authorized access, and maintain visitor sign-in procedures in accordance with campus policies.
• Respond to incidents, access-related concerns, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner; notify appropriate personnel and document activities as required.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of assigned campus buildings, entry points, parking areas, and perimeter locations to deter unauthorized access and identify security-related concerns.
• Maintain accurate logs, complete required reports, and communicate professionally with campus personnel, visitors, and Allied Universal leadership.

Skills

Customer service

Observation & reporting

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Computer literacy

Tablet usage

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 Part Time Controlled Entry Operations in Cheyney, PA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Education, and more. Join a leading team where flexibility meets opportunity. As a Part-Time Security Officer, you can build a schedule that works for you and explore new roles using our Claim a Shift platform. Learn more: aus.com/earnmore. As an Access Control Officer at an educational location, you will help maintain a welcoming environment by monitoring access points, verifying credentials, and supporting authorized entry for students, staff, and visitors. You will remain visible, communicate professionally, use a computer or tablet as needed, and help to deter security-related incidents through attentive observation and timely reporting. Join Allied Universal, where teamwork, integrity, innovation, reliability, and a people-first culture guide our work.

Position Type: Part Time

Pay Rate: $17.95 / Hour

Job Schedule:

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

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to students, faculty, staff, visitors, and contractors by carrying out site-specific access control procedures, policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities.
• Monitor entry and exit points, verify credentials and authorized access, and maintain visitor sign-in procedures in accordance with campus policies.
• Respond to incidents, access-related concerns, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner; notify appropriate personnel and document activities as required.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of assigned campus buildings, entry points, parking areas, and perimeter locations to help deter unauthorized access and identify security-related concerns.
• Maintain accurate logs, complete required reports, and communicate professionally with campus personnel, visitors, and Allied Universal leadership.

Minimum Requirements:

• Comfort 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 Benefits: Participate in our retirement savings plan to invest in your future.
• Exclusive Perks: Enjoy discounts on top brands and services 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.

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.