Security Officer Armed ACT Part Time

Security Officer Armed ACT 235 Part Time

Job Location s

US-PA-Reading

Category (Portal Searching)
Security Officer Level

Workdays Available Friday, Monday, Saturday, Sunday, Thursday, Tuesday, Wednesday

Shifts Available Afternoon, Evening, Morning, Overnight

Business UnitAUS

Company Overview:

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 - Armed Access Control and Patrol in the Greater Reading, PA area, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries. Join a leading team where flexibility meets opportunity. As a Part-Time, Armed Security Officer, you can build a schedule that works for you and explore new roles using our Claim a Shift platform. Learn more:  As a Part-Time, Armed Security Patrol Officer with Allied Universal, you will play a key role in maintaining a secure environment by conducting routine patrols throughout the site/s that you're assigned to.

Your visible presence will help to deter security-related incidents while you provide exceptional customer service and clear communication to all individuals on site. This position requires Act 235 qualification, as it is an armed post. Join a team that values agility, reliability, and innovation, and experience a caring culture that puts people first while working collaboratively to uphold integrity in all aspects of your role.

Position Type:
Part Time (Full Time positions MAY be available in 60 to 90 days)

Pay Rate: $31.20 / Hour

Job Schedule:
To be discussed during interview process

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. Participate in industry-specific security training programs.
• 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 our clients by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies and when appropriate, emergency response activities.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner.
• Conduct regular and random patrols around the business and perimeter. Working environments and conditions may vary by client site.
• Preserve order and enforces rules, regulations, and directives for the viability of the site.
• Maintain proficiency in the use of all assigned protective equipment, restraint devices and weapons.
• Greet guests and employees, assisting where appropriate; escort visitors and contractors, secure ingress and egress points, secure classified information.
• Follow site-specific performance manuals and post orders, reporting safety concerns, security breaches, and unusual circumstances via written and verbal communication; interact with client and/or other security personnel regarding order execution when appropriate.
• Respond to and assesses security alarms or emergency alarms; act as a first responder in emergency situations and provide first aid as necessary.

Minimum Requirements:

• Must be able and willing to travel up to an hour from the greater Reading, PA area to cover multiple sites.
• Act 235 Qualification is required for positions in Pennsylvania only.
• Must have a PA Concealed Carry Weapons permit.
• Be at least 21 years of age for armed roles.
• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Must have 2+ years combined of Armed Security / Law Enforcement / Armed Corrections or the equivalent.
• Must have the ability to Pass a Physical that includes: push-ups, sit-ups and a cardiovascular related stress test.
• Must be able to walk and stand for long periods of time.
• 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…