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Security Officer College

Allied Universal
United Statespart_timeVerifiedPosted 21 Jul 2026
💰 $56,000/yr

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.



Allied Universal is Currently Hiring a Part Time Security Officer for a College in Cambridge MA

Monday and Tuesday 430 PM - 1 AM

Starting Pay is $27.55 Per Hour / Paid Orientation / Paid Training

Candidate Must be 21+ Years Old

As a Security Officer in Cambridge, MA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Education, and more. Join a leading team where flexibility meets opportunity. As a Part-Time Security Officer, you can build a schedule that works for you and explore new roles using our Claim a Shift platform. Learn more: aus.com/earnmore. Join Allied Universal at a premier educational location as a Front Desk Security Officer, where you will greet students, staff, and visitors, monitor access activity, and support a professional, welcoming atmosphere. In this highly visible role, you will help address security-related concerns through strong communication, attention to detail, and customer service. Be part of a caring, agile team that values reliability, innovation, teamwork, and integrity.

Position Type: Part Time

Pay Rate: $27.55 / Hour

Job Schedule:

DayTimeMon04:30 PM - 01:00 AMTue04:30 PM - 01:00 AM

What You'll Do:

  • Provide customer service at the front desk by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and/or emergency response activities appropriate to an educational location.
  • Monitor access to the location by greeting students, staff, visitors, and/or vendors, verifying credentials, and directing guests in accordance with front desk protocols.
  • Answer phones, manage visitor sign-in processes, issue access instructions, and communicate security-related information to appropriate personnel in a courteous, professional manner.
  • Respond to incidents, questions, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, escalating concerns to site leadership and/or emergency contacts when needed.
  • Observe front desk activity and surrounding entry areas to help to deter unauthorized access, unusual behavior, and/or policy violations, and document relevant details as required.

Minimum Requirements:

  • Be at least 21 years of age.
  • 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.

Why 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.


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.

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