Security Officer - Unarmed Patrol Watchkeeper
About The Position
As a Security Officer - Unarmed Patrol Watchkeeper in New York, NY, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Healthcare, and more. As an unarmed Patrol Officer in a healthcare location, you will monitor and patrol assigned areas, complete routine rounds, and stay highly visible to help reduce security-related incidents. You will support access control and badge processes, respond to calls for assistance, and provide clear, respectful communication to patients, visitors, and staff. At Allied Universal, you will bring our agile, reliable, and innovative approach, acting with integrity while delivering through teamwork.
Requirements
- Have 2+ years of security-related experience.
- Be 21+ years of age.
- 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
- CPR certification is preferred.
- Access control and badge experience is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Provide customer service to staff, patients, and visitors by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities within a healthcare location.
- Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including de-escalation support, assistance with patient and visitor concerns, and timely notification to appropriate personnel.
- Conduct regular and random patrols of corridors, lobbies, parking areas, and perimeter to help to deter unwanted activity and identify maintenance and/or security-related concerns.
- Monitor access points and restricted areas, verify credentials as required, and help manage visitor flow in accordance with site-specific policies.
- Document patrols, incidents, and observations in written reports and/or electronic systems, and communicate relevant information to Allied Universal supervision and site contacts.
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.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
