Allied Universal®

Security Officer Flex Patrol Specialist

Posted: Nov 3, 2025

Job Description

OverviewAllied 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.Job DescriptionAs a Security Officer - Flex Patrol Specialist in Harrisburg, PA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Financial Institutions, and more. Join a leading team where flexibility meets opportunity. As a Flex Part-Time Security Officer, you’ll use our exclusive Claim a Shift platform to view and Pick up open shifts based on your availability—giving you the freedom to build a schedule that works for you, while gaining valuable site experience across various industries. Whether you're looking to supplement your income or take the first step toward a full-time role, this position offers unmatched access to hands-on experience and growth opportunities. As a Patrol Unarmed Officer with Allied Universal at a financial institution location, you will monitor and patrol designated areas to help to deter potential security-related incidents. Your presence and professional demeanor contribute to a welcoming atmosphere while you deliver exceptional customer service and maintain strong communication with visitors and staff. Embracing our company's values of agility, reliability, innovation, and teamwork, you play a key role in fostering a secure and supportive environment where people always come first. Position Type: Flex Pay Rate: $18.57 / Hour Job ScheduleDayTimeWed 03:00 PM - 11:00 PMWhy 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 exceptional customer service to clients and visitors by carrying out security-related procedures and site-specific policies. Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, following established protocols. Conduct regular and random patrols throughout the facility and its perimeter, with special attention to access points and sensitive areas relevant to financial institutions. Monitor entrances, exits, and other key areas to help to deter unauthorized access and suspicious activity. Report security-related incidents, hazards, and/or unusual occurrences promptly to the appropriate personnel. Support emergency response activities as directed, assisting with evacuation or other critical procedures when appropriate. Collaborate with team members and interact professionally with employees and visitors at the location. Minimum Requirements At least 6 months of security-related experience is required. Experience with access control and/or badge systems is preferred. Comfortable using a computer or tablet is 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. Closing 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 . Requisition ID 2025-1467580

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