Security Officer Enhanced Part Time Electronic Access Operations

Allied Universal; Kutztown (Berks County); On-site; USD 20,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Scheduling

Earn More, Claim-A-Shift program

Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision

Job summary

Allied Universal is hiring a Security Officer Enhanced Part Time Electronic Access Operations for Kutztown, PA. This role offers reliable hours with a fixed weekly shift and opportunities to earn more via the scheduling program. Pay is $17.30 per hour, with duties including access control, incident response, and patrols to safeguard the facility.

The position provides flexible, part-time work with potential to grow toward a full-time schedule and career advancement through paid training programs.

Qualifications

• Be at least 18 years of age for unarmed roles; 21+ for armed roles.
• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Background investigation will be conducted per applicable laws.
• Allied Universal will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories.
• As a condition of employment, applicants will be subject to a drug screen where permitted by law.
• Licensing requirements may be required prior to employment.
• A valid driver’s license will be required for driving positions only.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to clients, visitors, drivers, and employees per site procedures.
• Monitor and control access by verifying credentials and directing authorized personnel.
• Respond to incidents and alarms calmly; notify site contacts and responders when needed.
• Conduct regular patrols of the facility, perimeter, parking, docks, and other areas.
• Document daily activities and incidents per reporting procedures.

Skills

Customer service

Access control

Emergency response

Patrols

Documentation

Education

High school diploma or 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.

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 Officer Enhanced Part Time Electronic Access Operations in Kutztown, 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: $17.30 / Hour

Job Schedule: Sat 10:00 PM - 06:00 AM

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 clients, visitors, drivers, and employees by carrying out site‑specific security‑related procedures, access‑control policies, and emergency response activities as appropriate.
• Monitor and control access to the logistics and distribution location by verifying credentials, processing visitor and driver entries, maintaining access records, and directing authorized personnel to designated areas.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, access issues, and critical situations in a calm, problem‑solving manner; notify appropriate site contacts and emergency responders when needed.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of the facility, perimeter, parking areas, loading docks, and other assigned locations to help identify unusual activity, unsecured access points, and policy concerns.
• Document daily activities, incidents, and observations in accordance with Allied Universal and site‑specific reporting procedures.

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.
• 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.

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.