Security Officer Patrol Operations

Allied Universal • New York, NY

2d • Onsite

About The Position

As a Security Officer Patrol Operations in Jamaica, NY, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Shelter, and more. As an Unarmed Security Officer at a shelter location, you will monitor and patrol assigned areas, maintain a visible presence to help deter security-related incidents, and support a welcoming environment for residents, visitors, and staff. You will provide exceptional customer service, communicate clearly, and respond professionally to concerns. Join Allied Universal, where an agile, reliable, innovative, and caring culture puts people first through teamwork and integrity.

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, visitors, staff, and service providers by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and emergency response activities as appropriate.
• Monitor access to the shelter location, verify authorized entry, maintain visitor logs, and report unauthorized access or suspicious activity to site management and/or appropriate personnel.
• Respond to resident concerns, incidents, and critical situations in a calm, respectful, problem-solving manner while following established reporting procedures.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of interior common areas, entrances, exterior grounds, and perimeter areas to help deter unauthorized activity and identify maintenance, access control, or security-related concerns.
• Document incidents, observations, patrol activity, and daily occurrences in required reports, and communicate relevant information to supervisors and incoming personnel.

Benefits

• Access to our exclusive technology to view and claim additional shifts to earn more.
• Get paid training and access to career growth opportunities.
• Enjoy access to a retirement savings plan, plus medical, dental, vision, basic life and AD&D, and disability insurance.
• 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