Security Officer Licensed Patrol

Allied Universal•Town of Guilderland, NY

3d•Onsite

About The Position

As a Security Officer Licensed Patrol in Albany, NY, you will safeguard clients at a government location. You will monitor and patrol assigned areas, maintain a visible presence to help deter incidents, support access control, and provide customer service to students, staff, visitors, and contractors. The role contributes to a secure and welcoming government education environment through professional communication and adherence to site-specific procedures and policies.

Requirements

Possess a 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; 21 or older for armed roles.
Possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
Submit to a background investigation as a condition of employment, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.
Submit to a drug screen as a condition of employment, to the extent permitted by law.
Meet applicable licensing requirements, which may be required before employment.

Nice To Haves

Customer service experience is preferred.
Comfort using a computer or tablet is preferred.
Access control and badge experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide customer service to students, staff, visitors, and contractors by following site-specific security procedures and policies and, when appropriate, participating in emergency response activities.
Respond to incidents, access concerns, and critical situations calmly and professionally, follow established protocols, and notify appropriate personnel.
Conduct regular and random foot and vehicle patrols of buildings, grounds, entrances, parking areas, and perimeter areas to deter unauthorized activity and identify security concerns.
Monitor access points and visitor activity, verify authorization as directed, and maintain accurate incident, patrol, and daily activity reports.
Help maintain an orderly learning and administrative environment by providing directions, reporting hazards or maintenance concerns, and communicating professionally with site personnel and emergency responders.