Security Officer - Gatehouse Entry Monitor
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. Job Description As a Security Officer - Gatehouse Entry Monitor in Rye, NY , you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Residential, 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 Allied Universal Security Officer in a residential location, you will help manage access control, greet residents and guests, and verify credentials while keeping a professional, service-focused presence. You will conduct routine patrols and monitor assigned areas to help reduce security-related incidents, communicate clearly with residents and staff, and document activity with accuracy. Bring an agile, reliable mindset, support your team, and act with integrity in every interaction.
Requirements
- Being comfortable using a computer or tablet is preferred.
- Having customer service experience is preferred.
- 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 residents, staff, and visitors while carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities at a residential location.
- Control access at entrances by verifying identification and/or resident authorization, managing visitor check-in and check-out, and directing guests to appropriate destinations.
- Monitor alarms, cameras, and access control systems; document unusual activity and communicate observations to site contacts and/or Allied Universal leadership as needed.
- Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including medical calls, disturbances, and/or fire and life event notifications per site procedures.
- Conduct regular and random patrols of common areas, grounds, and perimeter points to help to deter unauthorized access and/or property damage; working environments and conditions may vary by site.
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 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.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
