Security Officer Temple Residential Life (Education)

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

Job summary

Allied Universal® in Philadelphia, PA is seeking a Security Officer for a Part Time Unarmed Patrol Escort role. You will provide customer service to students, staff, visitors, and campus partners while performing security duties and enforcing campus policies.

As a part-time role, you can build a flexible schedule with evening shifts. The pay rate is $17.25 per hour, with opportunities to learn and grow within a dynamic, community-focused team.

Qualifications

• Two years of security-related experience required.
• Customer service experience preferred.
• Access control and badge experience preferred.
• Age: 18+ for unarmed roles; 21+ for armed roles.
• Background check and drug screen as required by law.
• Licensing requirements may apply for some positions.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to students, faculty, staff, visitors, and campus partners while carrying out security procedures and emergency actions when appropriate.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of campus buildings, areas, and perimeters to identify policy concerns.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations calmly and according to campus protocols.
• Control access by verifying entry and monitoring visitor activity.
• Prepare clear reports and maintain activity logs for incidents and observations.

Skills

Customer service

Patrol procedures

Access control

Campus safety

Observation

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 Unarmed Patrol Escort in Philadelphia, 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 Unarmed Patrol Officer at a dynamic higher education location, you will conduct routine patrols, maintain a visible presence to help deter incidents, monitor assigned areas, and support access-related activities. You will provide exceptional customer service and clear communication to students, staff, and visitors. Join Allied Universal’s agile, reliable, and innovative team, where a caring culture, teamwork, and integrity guide every interaction.

Position Type: Part Time

Pay Rate: $17.25 / Hour

Job Schedule:

• Mon 02:15 PM - 10:45 PM
• Wed 02:15 PM - 10:45 PM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to students, faculty, staff, visitors, and campus partners while carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and emergency response activities when appropriate.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of campus buildings, academic areas, residence-adjacent spaces, parking areas, and perimeter locations to help identify and report unusual conditions or policy concerns.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem-solving manner, following established campus protocols and requesting additional support when needed.
• Control access to assigned locations by verifying authorized entry, monitoring visitor activity, and reporting unauthorized access attempts or suspicious activity.
• Prepare clear, accurate reports and maintain activity logs for incidents, patrol observations, and security-related concerns.

Minimum Requirements:

• At least two years of security-related experience is required.
• Customer service experience is preferred.
• Access control and badge 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.