Security Officer - Bank Alarm Response

Allied Universal•Buffalo, NY

8d•$22

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 Officer - Bank Alarm Response in Buffalo, NY, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Financial Institutions, and more. As a Security Officer with Allied Universal at a financial institution, you will monitor and patrol assigned areas, conduct routine rounds, and maintain a visible presence that may help to deter security-related incidents. You will greet employees and visitors, support access control and incident reporting, and communicate clearly with site contacts. Bring an agile, reliable, and innovative mindset to a caring team that puts people first and acts with integrity.

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.

Responsibilities

Provide customer service to clients and visitors by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and/or emergency response activities at a financial institution location.
Monitor entrances, lobbies, and customer service areas to help to deter unauthorized access and/or suspicious activity.
Conduct regular and random patrols throughout interior spaces and around the perimeter, adjusting to changing conditions at the location.
Respond to incidents, alarms, and/or critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner and escalate concerns to site leadership and/or emergency services as required.
Complete access control tasks such as verifying identification, issuing visitor credentials, and directing deliveries to designated receiving areas.
Observe and report unusual activity near ATMs, night depositories, and other high-traffic customer areas, following site-specific procedures for notifications.
Operate and/or monitor security-related systems such as CCTV, intrusion alarms, and communication equipment, documenting observed activity per policy.
Provide clear directions and assistance to customers and employees while maintaining a professional presence consistent with financial institution standards.
Document shift activity, incidents, and patrol observations in daily logs and written reports, maintaining accurate and timely records.
Work with Allied Universal leadership and site contacts to follow post orders, support client service needs, and communicate operational concerns.

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.

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