University Security Officer (Part Time) - UPenn

Allied Universal; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart Tools

Career Growth

Retirement Savings Plan

Perks Program Discounts

Job summary

Allied Universal, a leading security and facility services company, seeks a Part-Time Security Officer at the University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia, PA. You will monitor areas, deter incidents, and support a welcoming environment for students, staff, and visitors.

This role offers flexible morning shifts, training, and opportunities to grow within a nationwide team that puts people first and values integrity.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old for unarmed roles; 21+ for armed roles.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Comfortable working outdoors and in inclement weather.
• Background check required by law.
• Drug screen required; licensing may be required.
• Valid driver’s license for driving positions only.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to students, faculty, staff, visitors, and contractors per site policies.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and emergencies calmly and report as required.
• Conduct regular patrols of campus buildings, residences, parking facilities, and grounds.
• Monitor access points and support access-control procedures for campus facilities.
• Prepare clear, accurate reports and communicate with campus personnel.

Skills

Customer service

Patrol/monitoring

Crisis response

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Access control systems

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 Part-Time Security Officer at the University of Pennsylvania 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 a Security Officer in an educational setting, you will monitor and patrol assigned areas, maintain a visible presence to help deter security-related incidents, and support a welcoming environment for students, staff, and visitors. You will provide exceptional customer service, communicate clearly, and respond professionally to site needs. Join Allied Universal, where agile, reliable, innovative teams put people first and act with integrity.

Position Type: Part Time

Pay Rate: $19.00 / Hour

Job Schedule:

• Mon: 07:00 AM - 11:00 AM
• Tue: 07:00 AM - 11:00 AM
• Wed: 07:00 AM - 11:00 AM
• Thur: 07:00 AM - 11:00 AM
• Fri: 07:00 AM - 11:00 AM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to students, faculty, staff, visitors, and/or contractors by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, following established campus protocols and reporting requirements.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of academic buildings, residence areas, parking facilities, and surrounding grounds to help identify and report unusual activity, hazards, and/or maintenance concerns.
• Monitor access points and support access‑control procedures for campus facilities, events, and restricted areas in accordance with site‑specific policies.
• Prepare clear, accurate reports and communicate relevant information with campus personnel, emergency responders, and Allied Universal leadership as needed.

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.
• Be comfortable working outdoors and during inclement weather
• 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.