Security Officer Flex Access Control

About the role

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. The Security Professional Branch Flex Officer will serve and safeguard clients across a wide range of industries, including healthcare, education, finance, retail, and more. Join our world-class team and take the next step in your career with a role that offers hands-on experience, diverse work environments, and the opportunity to build a strong foundation with a leader in the security industry. As a Security Officer Flex Access Control in Harrisburg, PA, you’ll expand your skillset, gain exposure to a variety of sites, and position yourself for advancement within the company. This is more than just a job—it’s a pathway to a long-term career.

Responsibilities

• Perform security patrols of designated areas on foot or in vehicle
• Watch for irregular or unusual conditions that may create security concerns or safety hazards
• Sound alarms or calls police or fire department in case of fire or presence of unauthorized persons
• Warn violators of rule infractions, such as loitering, smoking, or carrying forbidden articles
• Permit authorized persons to enter property and monitors entrances and exits
• Observe departing personnel to protect against theft of company property and ensures that authorized removal of property is conducted within appropriate client requirements
• Investigate and prepare reports on accidents, incidents, and suspicious activities; maintain written logs as required by the post
• Aid customers, employees, and visitors in a courteous and professional manner
• Make emergency notifications as necessary pursuant to site Post Orders

Requirements

• Willing to work varying shifts, including holidays, nights, and weekends
• Have reliable transportation
• Aware of travel distance to the branch location; able to commute without significant delays
• Prepared for last‑minute shift scheduling, including being called in on short notice

Qualifications

• At least 18 years of age for unarmed roles; 21+ years of age for armed roles
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Subject to a background investigation in accordance with federal, state, and local laws
• Subject to a drug screen to the extent permitted by law
• Licensing requirements subject to state and/or local laws and regulations; may be required prior to employment
• Valid driver’s license required for driving positions only

Skills

• Ability to speak, read, and write in multiple languages (e.g., Spanish, Portuguese, French, Arabic)
• Prior security, military, or law enforcement experience

Pay

$18.56 per hour

Schedule

Expected to work 30–40 hours per week. Schedule varies week to week based on manager‑