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Security Officer Part Time Unarmed Patrol Driver Policy Compliance
Overview
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 Part Time Unarmed Patrol Driver Policy Compliance in Spring House, PA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Healthcare, 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. As an Unarmed Security Officer at a healthcare location, you will monitor and patrol assigned areas, maintain a visible presence to help deter security-related incidents, and provide exceptional customer service and communication. This driving position requires a valid driver's license in accordance with Allied Universal driver policy requirements. Join a caring, agile, reliable, and innovative team that puts people first, delivers through teamwork, and acts with integrity.
Position Type: Part Time
Pay Rate: $20.00 / Hour
Job Schedule:
- Age Requirement:
- All candidates must be at least 21 years of age at the time of application. This requirement is in accordance with our company policy (C101) and is essential for compliance with legal and operational standards.
- Driver's License:
- Candidates must possess a valid driver's license that meets the Driver Policy Requirements (C123). This is crucial for roles that require driving as part of the job responsibilities. Candidates will be required to provide a copy of their driver's license during the application process.
What You'll Do:
- Provide customer service to employees, visitors, patients, and contractors while carrying out site-specific security-related procedures, policies, and emergency response activities.
- Conduct regular and random unarmed patrols of healthcare facilities, parking areas, and perimeter locations to help identify unusual activity, unauthorized access, and conditions requiring attention.
- Monitor access points, verify credentials as directed, and maintain visitor and contractor entry records in accordance with site procedures.
- Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, notifying appropriate site contacts and emergency responders when needed.
- Prepare clear, accurate reports and logs documenting patrol activities, incidents, observations, and follow-up actions.
Minimum Requirements:
- A valid driver’s license is required in accordance with Allied Universal driver policy 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.
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.
Closing
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.
If you have difficulty using the online system and require an alternate method to apply or require an accommodation, please contact our local Human Resources department. To find an office near you, please visit: www.aus.com/offices.
Requisition ID
2026-1744755
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Who's Hiring

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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in principal policy officer jobs.
- Advanced degree in public policy, public administration, law, or a related field
- Seven or more years of progressively responsible policy development and analysis experience
- Demonstrated experience leading multi-stakeholder policy initiatives from inception through implementation
- Strong written communication skills including regulatory comments, legislative briefs, and executive memos
- Experience with qualitative and quantitative research methods applied to policy evaluation
- Proficiency with policy research databases and government data sources including BLS and federal regulatory archives
Tips for Your Principal Policy Officer Job Search
Tailor your resume to policy scope
Principal policy officer roles expect evidence of end-to-end policy work, from drafting and stakeholder consultation through implementation and evaluation. Call out the specific policy domains you've led and the scale of impact, such as legislation influenced or agency programs shaped.
Highlight cross-sector coalition experience
Hiring panels for these roles want candidates who have worked across government, advocacy groups, and private or academic partners. Name the actual coalitions, interagency task forces, or public comment processes you managed rather than describing collaboration in general terms.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists principal policy officer openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target postings by policy domain keywords
Job titles vary widely: policy lead, senior policy analyst, and principal advisor all describe similar roles. Search by domain terms like 'health equity policy,' 'climate regulation,' or 'housing finance policy' rather than title alone to surface the full range of relevant openings.
Prepare a policy brief writing sample
Most principal policy officer panels ask for a writing sample during screening. Choose a brief you authored that shows your ability to synthesize data, present options, and make a clear recommendation, ideally one that influenced a real decision or regulatory outcome.
Negotiate scope alongside salary
At the principal level, policy officers often have leverage to negotiate portfolio scope, budget authority, or reporting structure, not just compensation. Come to offer discussions with a clear picture of the mandate you need to do the job effectively and raise those points directly.
Principal Policy Officer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most principal policy officers?
The companies hiring the most principal policy officers right now include Trinzic, Summa Health, and DIGITALEUROPE, with the largest share of openings in Virginia, District of Columbia, and Maryland, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Federal agencies, large health systems, and national advocacy organizations tend to maintain the most consistent pipeline of openings at this level.
How many principal policy officer jobs are remote?
About 56% of principal policy officer openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, though this varies considerably by sector and employer type. Policy roles focused on regulatory research, writing, and analysis tend to offer the most remote flexibility, while positions requiring frequent legislative testimony, interagency coordination, or on-site stakeholder engagement are more likely to be in-person or hybrid.
How do you become a principal policy officer?
Most principal policy officers build toward the role by earning an advanced degree in public policy, law, public administration, or a closely related discipline, then accumulating progressively senior experience in policy analysis, program management, or regulatory affairs. Demonstrating ownership of a major policy initiative, managing junior staff, and publishing or presenting policy analysis publicly all strengthen a candidacy at this level.
Can you get hired as a principal policy officer with limited experience?
Candidates with limited direct experience can be competitive if they can show depth in a specific policy domain and evidence of independent analytical work. A strong graduate thesis, fellowship with a government agency or think tank, published policy commentary, or a detailed portfolio of briefs and memos can partially offset a shorter work history, particularly in specialized regulatory or social policy areas.
What does the principal policy officer interview process look like?
Interviews for principal policy officer roles typically involve a resume screen followed by a phone or video screening call with HR or a hiring manager, then one or more structured panel interviews with policy leads and senior stakeholders. Candidates are often asked to submit a writing sample in advance and may complete a policy case exercise during or between rounds before a final interview with executive leadership.
Where can I find and apply to principal policy officer jobs?
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