Security Guard Supportive Housing

Allied Universal • New York, NY

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Allied Universal is hiring a part-time Security Guard for an assigned site at a government-operated facility serving individuals experiencing homelessness in New York, NY. The role provides reliable weekly anchor shifts, with a six-month commitment to the designated site and schedule. Additional shifts may be claimed through the company scheduling platform, allowing work hours to vary and potentially build to a full-time schedule of up to 40 hours per week. The stated schedule is Monday and Tuesday, 12:00 AM–8:00 AM. Pay is $18.87 per hour.

The position involves providing customer service and carrying out security procedures, site policies, and emergency response activities. The guard responds professionally to incidents and emergencies, conducts unarmed patrols, monitors access and visitor activity, and documents observations and incidents. Applicants must have a valid New York State Security Guard License, at least one year of security-related experience, and a high school diploma or equivalent. Applicants must be at least 18 for unarmed roles; armed roles require age 21 or older. Employment is subject to a background investigation and, where permitted by law, a drug screen.

Requirements

• Possess a valid New York State Security Guard License.
• Have at least one year of security-related experience.
• Be at least 18 years of age for unarmed roles; armed roles require applicants to be at least 21.
• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Submit to a background investigation as a condition of employment, in accordance with applicable laws.
• Submit to a drug screen as a condition of employment, to the extent permitted by law.

Nice To Haves

• A valid driver’s license is required for driving positions only.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to clients, visitors, residents, and staff while carrying out security procedures, site-specific policies, and appropriate emergency response activities.
• Respond calmly and professionally to incidents, disturbances, medical emergencies, and critical situations; notify site personnel and emergency responders as directed by policy.
• Conduct regular and random unarmed patrols of assigned interior and exterior areas, including entry points, common areas, the perimeter, and parking locations.
• Monitor access points and visitor activity according to site procedures.
• Document observations, incidents, and required notifications in clear and accurate reports.
• Maintain a professional presence, interact respectfully with a diverse population, and follow Allied Universal and site-specific protocols.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Basic life and AD&D insurance.
• Retirement plans.
• Disability insurance.
• Seven holidays annually paid at time and a half if worked.
• 40 hours of vacation after one year of employment at eligible work assignments; unused vacation is paid out only where required by law.
• Discounts at restaurants, entertainment venues, and more through the employee perks program.
• Paid training programs and opportunities for career advancement.

What This Job Offers

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