Security Officer Transitional Shelter

Allied Universal • New York, NY

1d • Onsite

About The Position

As a Security Officer Transitional Shelter P/T in Jamaica, NY, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Shelters. 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. 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 professionally, and respond to concerns with integrity. Join Allied Universal’s caring, agile, reliable, and innovative team, where people come first and teamwork drives results.

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.

Nice To Haves

• F02 Fire Guard beneficial

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to residents, visitors, staff, and service providers by carrying out site-specific security-related procedures, policies, and emergency response activities at a shelter location.
• Conduct regular and random unarmed patrols of interior and exterior areas, including entrances, common areas, residential floors, and the surrounding perimeter, to help deter unauthorized activity.
• Monitor access points, greet and screen visitors in accordance with site procedures, maintain visitor logs, and report access concerns to appropriate personnel.
• Respond to incidents, resident concerns, disturbances, and critical situations in a calm, respectful, problem-solving manner; request additional assistance when appropriate.
• Document patrols, incidents, observations, and security-related concerns accurately and communicate relevant information to site leadership and Allied Universal management.

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