Security Officer - Part-Time Patrol Specialist
About The Position
As a Security Officer - Part-Time Patrol Specialist in New York, NY, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Shelter, 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. Join Allied Universal as an unarmed patrol officer supporting a shelter location. You will monitor and patrol assigned areas, stay highly visible to help discourage security-related incidents, and respond to concerns with calm, clear communication. You will complete routine rounds, document observations, and assist staff and guests with respectful customer service. Bring an agile, reliable mindset, teamwork, and integrity to a caring culture that puts people first and values innovative problem solving.
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 residents, staff, and visitors by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities at a shelter location.
- Conduct regular and random patrols of interior areas, exterior grounds, and parking areas to help to deter unwanted activity and/or identify maintenance or security-related concerns.
- Control access by monitoring entrances, verifying authorization as required, managing visitor check-in procedures, and directing individuals to appropriate areas.
- Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, using verbal de-escalation techniques and requesting additional assistance from site leadership and/or emergency services when needed.
- Document patrols, incidents, and observed concerns in written reports and/or logs, and communicate relevant updates to the site supervisor and Allied Universal 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.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
