Security Officer - Housing

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 Officer - Flex Skybridge Rounds in New York, NY, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government, and more. Join a leading team where flexibility meets opportunity. As a Flex 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 Patrol Officer at a government location, you will monitor and patrol assigned areas, complete routine rounds, and maintain a visible presence that may help to deter security-related incidents. You will support access control and badge checks, document observations, and communicate clearly with staff and visitors while delivering strong customer service. Join Allied Universal, where we are agile, reliable, innovative, and people-first, and where teamwork and integrity guide every shift.

Requirements

• Have a minimum of 6+ months of security-related experience.
• Provide proof of high school diploma and/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.
• 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.

Nice To Haves

• Access control and/or badge experience is preferred.
• A guard card and/or license is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to clients and site occupants by 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-escalating conflicts and requesting assistance from supervisors and/or local authorities when needed.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of interior and exterior areas, including entrances, common areas, and perimeter points, while monitoring for unusual activity that may help to deter policy violations.
• Control access by checking identification and/or authorizations as required, directing visitors to appropriate areas, and documenting entries, exits, and restricted-area activity per post orders.
• Complete detailed shift documentation such as activity logs, incident reports, and pass-down notes, and communicate observations to Allied Universal management and site leadership.

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.

What This Job Offers

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