Security Officer Transitional Housing

Allied Universal • New York, NY

2d • Onsite

About The Position

As a Security Officer Transitional Housing in South Ozone Park, 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 at a shelter location, where you will monitor assigned areas, conduct routine patrols, and remain visible to help to deter security-related incidents. In this people-first role, you will support residents, staff, and visitors through strong communication and customer service while bringing an agile, reliable, and innovative approach grounded in 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, staff, and visitors by carrying out site-specific procedures, access-related policies, and/or emergency response activities appropriate to the location.
• Respond to incidents, disturbances, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, documenting security-related concerns and reporting relevant details to site leadership.
• Conduct regular and random patrols throughout the location and perimeter to help identify unusual activity, unsecured areas, and/or maintenance-related issues that may need attention.
• Monitor entry and exit activity, verify authorized access as directed by site policies, and help to deter unauthorized persons from entering restricted areas.
• Support a respectful environment within the shelter setting by observing resident and visitor interactions, addressing routine concerns professionally, and escalating security-related matters 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.
• Participate in our retirement savings plan to invest in your future.
• Enjoy discounts on top brands and services through our Perks Program.

What This Job Offers

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