Security Officer - Educational Setting
About The Position
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. Job Description As a Security Officer - Educational Setting in New Milford, CT , you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Education, and more. As an Unarmed Patrol Officer at an education location, you will monitor and patrol campus areas, conduct routine rounds, and maintain a visible presence that helps to deter security-related incidents. You will greet staff, students, and visitors with strong customer service, communicate clearly, and document observations and/or concerns. At Allied Universal, you will bring agility, reliability, and innovation to a caring, people-first team that delivers through teamwork and integrity.
Requirements
- 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.
Responsibilities
- Provide customer service at an educational location by following site-specific procedures and policies and completing required reports and documentation.
- Conduct regular and random foot patrols of buildings, classrooms, common areas, parking lots, and perimeter areas to help to deter unwanted activity and identify maintenance and policy concerns.
- Monitor access points during arrival, dismissal, and special events by greeting visitors, verifying identification when required, issuing visitor passes, and directing guests to appropriate check-in locations.
- Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including assisting staff with de-escalation, contacting appropriate emergency services, and supporting incident scene control until relieved.
- Observe and report unusual conditions such as unsecured doors, trespassing, vandalism, and/or suspicious behavior, and communicate promptly with site leadership and Allied Universal supervision.
Benefits
- 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 and Health Benefits: Enjoy access to a retirement savings plan, plus medical, dental, vision, basic life and AD&D, and disability insurance.
- Exclusive Perks: Enjoy discounts on top brands and services through our Perks Program.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
