Security Officer - Unarmed Patrol Sentry

Allied Universal • New York, NY

1d • $18

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. As a Security Officer - Unarmed Patrol Sentry in Bronx, NY, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government, 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. As an Unarmed Patrol Officer at a government location, you will monitor and patrol assigned areas, complete routine rounds, remain highly visible to help discourage security-related issues, and support access control as needed. You will document observations, communicate clearly with staff and visitors, and respond to calls for assistance with professionalism. At Allied Universal, you will work with a team that is agile, reliable, innovative, and guided by integrity and a people-first culture.

Requirements

• Have at least 6 months of security-related experience.
• Provide proof of a high school diploma or GED as required by the client.
• 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

• A guard card and/or license is preferred.
• Access control and badge experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to clients and site occupants by following Allied Universal security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and/or emergency response activities as directed.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of interior areas, entrances, common spaces, and perimeter to help to deter unwanted activity and identify maintenance or policy concerns.
• Monitor access points and visitor flow in accordance with government facility protocols, verifying authorization, observing for prohibited items, and directing individuals to appropriate services.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, using verbal de-escalation techniques and requesting assistance from site leadership and/or emergency services when needed.
• Document patrols, incidents, and unusual activity in written logs and reports, and communicate timely updates to supervisors and site representatives.

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 Benefits: Participate in our retirement savings plan to invest in your future.
• Exclusive Perks: 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