Security Officer Enhanced Part Time Alarm Panel Patrol

About the role

Allied Universal®, North America’s leading security and facility services company, offers rewarding careers that provide a sense of purpose in a dynamic, welcoming, and collaborative workplace. As a Part Time Security Officer – Enhanced position, you will provide experienced security presence at an elderly care facility in Allentown, PA. This role delivers reliable, consistent hours at an assigned site with the flexibility to earn more by picking up additional shifts when it works for you. The position is ideal for candidates seeking part‑time employment with income stability, opportunities to build toward a full‑time schedule (up to 40 hours per week), and the ability to scale back hours as needed. Pay is $19.00 per hour. To be considered, candidates must meet one of the following: Option 1: ≥ 1 year law enforcement experience; Option 2: ≥ 2 years security supervisor/manager experience; Option 3: ≥ 3 years security‑related experience. Preferred qualifications include experience with access control/badge systems, alarm panel systems, using computers or tablets for daily tasks, and strong customer service skills. The fixed‑shift commitment (“anchor shifts”) requires a six‑month schedule at the assigned site, while the Claim‑A‑Shift program lets you claim extra shifts via the scheduling platform to increase earnings and gain experience across multiple locations.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to residents, visitors, staff, and/or vendors by carrying out security‑related procedures, site‑specific policies, and emergency response activities when appropriate.
• Respond to incidents, resident concerns, and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem‑solving manner; communicate observations to appropriate site contacts and/or emergency responders.
• Conduct regular and random unarmed patrols of residential buildings, common areas, parking areas, and the perimeter to deter unauthorized activity and identify potential concerns.
• Monitor access points and visitor activity per site procedures; report suspicious activity, maintenance concerns, and policy violations.
• Prepare clear, accurate reports and maintain required activity logs for patrols, incidents, and other security‑related observations.

Requirements

• Meet one of the following: ≥ 1 year law enforcement experience, ≥ 2 years security supervisor/manager experience, or ≥ 3 years security‑related experience.
• Preferred: Access control/badge experience (issuing, tracking, managing badges).
• Preferred: Alarm panel experience (monitoring, response protocols, troubleshooting).
• Preferred: Comfortable using computers or tablets for daily tasks (software, email, data entry).
• Preferred: Strong customer service skills (handling inquiries, resolving issues, positive experience).
• Minimum age: 18 years for unarmed roles; 21+ years for armed roles.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Successful background investigation (federal, state, local).
• Drug screen as permitted by law.
• Licensing requirements per state/local laws (may be required prior to employment).
• Valid driver’s license required only for driving positions.

Benefits

• Smart Tools: Access to exclusive technology to view and claim additional shifts to earn more.
• Career Growth: Paid training and access to career advancement opportunities.
• Financial Benefits: Participation in a retirement savings plan to invest in your future.
• Exclusive Perks: Discounts on top brands and services through the Perks Program.

Pay

$19.00 per hour

Schedule

Thursday and Friday, 10:00 PM – 6:00 AM (fixed anchor shifts) with the option to pick up additional shifts via the Claim‑A‑Shift program.