Security Officer Residential Shelter

Allied Universal • New York, NY

3d • Onsite

About The Position

As a Security Officer Residential Shelter in New York, NY, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Residential Shelters. As an Unarmed Patrol Officer with Allied Universal, you will monitor and patrol a shelter and technology-focused location, maintaining a visible presence to help deter incidents. You will support residents, visitors, and staff through professional communication, routine reporting, and responsive customer service. Join an agile, reliable, and innovative team that puts people first, works together, and acts with 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, when appropriate, emergency response activities within a shelter environment.
• Respond to incidents, resident concerns, and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem-solving manner, escalating matters according to site procedures.
• Conduct regular and random unarmed patrols of interior common areas, building entrances, exterior grounds, and perimeter areas to help identify and report unauthorized activity, hazards, and maintenance concerns.
• Monitor access points and visitor activity, verify authorization as directed by site policies, and maintain accurate logs, incident reports, and shift documentation.
• Support a respectful, trauma-informed environment by communicating professionally with individuals from diverse backgrounds and coordinating with on-site staff and emergency responders when needed.

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