Security Officer - Phila Museum of Art
Company
Allied Universal
Location
Philadelphia, PA
Job Type
Part-time
Posted
2 days ago
Via
Allied Universal
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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 Guard - Flex Unarmed Patrol in Philadelphia, PA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Cultural Institutions, and more. Join a leading team where flexibility meets opportunity. As a Flex 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 with Allied Universal at a renowned cultural institution, you will monitor galleries and public spaces, conduct routine foot patrols, remain highly visible to help reduce security-related incidents, and respond to reports and alarms. You will greet guests, provide clear directions, and support staff with professional communication and customer-focused service. Join a caring, agile team that delivers through teamwork, reliability, innovation, and integrity.
Position Type: Flex
Pay Rate: $15.91 / Hour
Job Schedule:
Day
Time
Mon
09:30 AM - 05:15 PM
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.
What You'll Do:
• Provide customer service to staff, visitors, and/or vendors by following security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities at a cultural institution location.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, coordinating with site leadership and/or public emergency services as needed.
• Conduct regular and random foot patrols of galleries, public areas, offices, and the exterior perimeter to help to deter unauthorized activity and/or policy violations.
• Control access at designated entry points by monitoring doors, visitor flow, and restricted areas, and by verifying credentials and/or visitor authorization when required.
• Complete security-related reports and logs, document unusual activity, and communicate observations to Allied Universal supervision and/or site contacts.
Minimum Requirements:
• 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.
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.
As a Security Guard - Flex Unarmed Patrol in Philadelphia, PA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Cultural Institutions, and more. Join a leading team where flexibility meets opportunity. As a Flex 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 with Allied Universal at a renowned cultural institution, you will monitor galleries and public spaces, conduct routine foot patrols, remain highly visible to help reduce security-related incidents, and respond to reports and alarms. You will greet guests, provide clear directions, and support staff with professional communication and customer-focused service. Join a caring, agile team that delivers through teamwork, reliability, innovation, and integrity.
Position Type: Flex
Pay Rate: $15.91 / Hour
Job Schedule:
Day
Time
Mon
09:30 AM - 05:15 PM
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.
What You'll Do:
• Provide customer service to staff, visitors, and/or vendors by following security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities at a cultural institution location.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, coordinating with site leadership and/or public emergency services as needed.
• Conduct regular and random foot patrols of galleries, public areas, offices, and the exterior perimeter to help to deter unauthorized activity and/or policy violations.
• Control access at designated entry points by monitoring doors, visitor flow, and restricted areas, and by verifying credentials and/or visitor authorization when required.
• Complete security-related reports and logs, document unusual activity, and communicate observations to Allied Universal supervision and/or site contacts.
Minimum Requirements:
• 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.
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.
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