Security Officer - Subway Patrol

Allied Universal • Brooklyn, NY

24d • Onsite

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 - Subway Patrol in Brooklyn, NY , you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government, and more. As an unarmed patrol officer with Allied Universal at a busy government transportation location, you will conduct routine patrols, stay highly visible to help to deter security-related incidents, and respond to concerns with calm, clear communication. You will document activity, support access control and/or perimeter checks, and provide customer-focused assistance to the public and staff. Join a team that is agile, reliable, and innovative, leading with integrity and a caring culture.

Requirements

• Possess a New York State Security Guard License.
• At this site there are limited on-site facilities such as portable toilets and rustic guard shacks.
• 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 passengers, visitors, and staff by following post orders, site-specific policies, and established emergency response activities for a government transportation location.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of platforms, concourses, entrances, stairwells, corridors, and perimeter areas to help to deter unwanted activity and/or identify security-related concerns.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including de-escalation, summoning appropriate public resources, and supporting evacuations and/or crowd management as directed.
• Monitor access points and restricted areas, verify credentials when required, and assist with directing pedestrian flow and/or managing lines during peak periods or special events.
• Document observations, incidents, and actions taken using required reports and logs, 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
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees