Security Officer The Franklin Institute

Summary: Allied Universal®, North America’s leading security and facility services company, is hiring a Security Professional Flex Officer in Philadelphia, PA. The role involves safeguarding clients across various industries by performing security patrols, monitoring entrances and exits, and providing assistance to customers and employees while ensuring safety and compliance with regulations. 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 Required Qualifications: - Must possess a high school diploma or equivalent or 5 years of verifiable experience - Licensing requirements are subject to state and/or local laws and regulations and may be required prior to employment - Valid driver's license if driving a company or customer-owned vehicle - 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 - No prior experience required - Be at least 21 years of age, or higher if required by the state (21 years, if armed) - Reliability and ability to adapt to different post assignments - Be able to operate radio or telephone equipment and/or console monitors - Demonstrated ability to interact cordially and communicate with the public - Effective oral and written communication skills; able to write informatively, clearly, and accurately - Active listening and problem-solving skills - Assess and evaluate situations effectively; identify critical issues quickly and accurately - Mediate conflict with tact, diplomacy - Teamwork - Attention to detail Preferred Qualifications: - Ability to speak, read, and write in multiple languages (e.g., Spanish, Portuguese, French, Arabic) - Prior security, military, or law enforcement experience Required Skills: Security experience, Licensing compliance, Radio operation, Telephone equipment operation, Report writing, Conflict mediation Benefits: Paid Orientation, Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k for Full-Time, Ongoing paid training programs and career growth opportunities, Employee discounts through our perks program to your favorite restaurants, entertainment venues and much more…