Security Guard - Patrol Rounds

Allied Universal • New York, NY

1d • $18

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. As a Security Guard - NYS Licensed Patrol Rounds in New York, NY, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government, and more. As an unarmed Patrol Officer with Allied Universal at a government location, you will monitor public areas and offices through routine patrols and access control, helping to reduce security-related incidents through a visible presence. You will assist with visitor screening and badge procedures, document activity using a computer and/or tablet, and provide professional customer service while communicating clearly with staff, visitors, and response partners.

Requirements

• Possess a New York State Security Guard License.
• Have at least 1 year of security-related experience.
• Provide proof of a high school diploma or GED as required by the client.
• 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.
• 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.

Nice To Haves

• Being comfortable using a computer or tablet is preferred.
• Having access control and/or badge experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to visitors, staff, and contractors while carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities at a government location.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including de-escalation support and timely notification to site leadership and/or public responders as directed by post orders.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of interior areas, entrances, corridors, and the perimeter to help to deter unauthorized activity and/or policy violations.
• Control access by monitoring entry points, checking identification and/or credentials as required, and directing visitors to appropriate check-in processes.
• Complete routine reports and incident documentation, maintain activity logs, and communicate observations to supervisors and/or site personnel.

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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED