Security Officer - Mixed-Use Patrol

Allied Universal • New York, NY

1d • $24

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 - Mixed-Use Patrol in New York, NY , you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Retail/Malls, and more. As an unarmed Patrol Officer at a busy retail and mall location, you will monitor and patrol assigned areas, conduct routine rounds, and stay highly visible to help discourage security-related incidents. You will support guests and tenants with clear communication, incident response, and reporting while using technology to document activity. At Allied Universal, you will bring agility, reliability, and integrity to a people-first team that delivers through teamwork and innovation.

Requirements

• Possess a New York State Security Guard License.
• Have at least 1 year of security-related experience.
• 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

• CPR certification preferred.
• Be comfortable using a computer or tablet preferred.
• Customer service experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to guests, tenants, and store personnel by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and/or emergency response activities within a retail shopping location.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including medical calls, disturbances, and/or requests for assistance from management or local authorities.
• Conduct regular and random patrols throughout common areas, corridors, loading areas, and the exterior perimeter to help to deter unwanted activity and identify hazards, maintenance issues, and/or policy violations.
• Monitor access points and high-traffic areas, observe for suspicious behavior, and provide directions and assistance to visitors while maintaining a professional presence.
• Complete detailed reports and logs of patrol activity, incidents, and daily observations, and communicate timely updates to site leadership and/or Allied Universal management.

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.

What This Job Offers

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