Security Officer Part Time Patrol Observation

Allied Universal; Reading (Berks County); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart Tools: claim additional shifts

Career Growth: training and promotions

Financial Benefits: retirement plan

Exclusive Perks: discounts

Job summary

Allied Universal is seeking a Part Time Security Officer in Reading, PA to safeguard clients across diverse government and public service settings. You will help deter incidents, provide professional customer service, and support access control and incident reporting.

The role requires at least one year in security, comfort with computers, and a HS diploma. Part-time schedule includes Wed and Fri shifts, with competitive pay and opportunities for growth within our flexible shift platform.

Qualifications

• At least one year of security-related experience.
• Comfortable using a computer or tablet.
• Customer service experience is preferred.
• Age 18+ for unarmed roles; 21+ for armed roles.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to visitors, employees, and the public while following security procedures and site policies.
• Monitor access points, verify visitor authorization, and direct people to service areas.
• Respond to incidents calmly and notify appropriate personnel and emergency services as needed.
• Conduct regular unarmed patrols of public areas, offices, and parking areas to identify unusual activity.
• Prepare clear incident reports in line with site requirements.

Skills

Customer service

Computer usage

Security procedures

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.

As a Security Officer Part Time Patrol Observation in Reading, PA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government, 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 Unarmed Patrol Officer supporting a government location, you will conduct routine patrols, maintain a visible presence to help deter security-related incidents, and provide professional customer service and communication. You will assist with access control, document observations, and respond to security-related concerns while representing Allied Universal’s agile, reliable, innovative, caring, team-focused, and integrity-driven culture.

Position Type: Part Time

Pay Rate: $16.75 / Hour

Job Schedule:

• Wed: 07:00 AM - 04:00 PM
• Fri: 07:00 AM - 03:00 PM

What You’ll Do:

• Provide customer service to visitors, employees, and members of the public while carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and emergency response activities at a government service center.
• Monitor access points, verify visitor authorization as required, and direct individuals to appropriate public service areas in accordance with site procedures.
• Respond to incidents, disturbances, and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem-solving manner, notifying appropriate personnel and emergency services when needed.
• Conduct regular and random unarmed patrols of public areas, offices, parking areas, and the property perimeter to help identify and report unusual conditions or unauthorized activity.
• Prepare clear, accurate reports of incidents, observations, and security-related activities in accordance with Allied Universal and site requirements.

Minimum Requirements:

• Possess at least one year of security-related experience.
• Be comfortable using a computer or tablet, preferred.
• Customer service 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:

• 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.

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.