Security Officer Residential

Allied Universal • New York, NY

3d • 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. As a Security Officer Patrol Credential Verifier in Brooklyn, NY, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government, and more. Join Allied Universal as an Unarmed Patrol Officer at a government location, where you will monitor and patrol assigned areas, remain visible to help discourage security-related incidents, and support access control activities. You will deliver outstanding customer service and communication while contributing to a caring, agile, and reliable team that puts people first and acts with integrity every day.

Requirements

• Possess 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.
• 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 or license is preferred.
• Access control or badge experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to visitors, staff, and program participants by following site-specific procedures, access protocols, and other security-related policies within a government services location.
• Respond to incidents, disturbances, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, using de-escalation techniques and/or contacting appropriate site personnel or emergency services when needed.
• Conduct regular and random patrols throughout the facility, surrounding grounds, and perimeter to help to deter unauthorized activity and/or identify unusual conditions.
• Monitor entrances, exits, and common areas, verify authorized access, and report suspicious activity, policy violations, and other security-related concerns to site leadership.
• Complete detailed activity logs, incident reports, and shift communications, and support emergency response activities according to post orders and Allied Universal guidelines.

Benefits

• Access to our exclusive technology to view and claim additional shifts to earn more.
• Get paid training and access to career growth opportunities.
• Enjoy access to a retirement savings plan, plus medical, dental, vision, basic life and AD&D, and disability insurance.
• 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