Security Officer Enhanced Part Time Alarm Panel Monitor

Allied Universal • Town of Huntington, NY

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Allied Universal is hiring a part-time Security Officer for an assigned utility facility in Melville, New York. The role provides a designated weekly anchor shift, with a six-month commitment, and the option to claim additional shifts through the company’s scheduling platform. Additional shifts may be at multiple sites, and hours can vary up to 40 per week. The listed pay rate is $19.57 per hour. The scheduled anchor shift is Sunday, 8:00 AM–4:00 PM.

The officer provides customer service and performs security duties at a utility facility, including access control, patrols, alarm and incident response, and required reporting. Applicants are subject to background investigation and drug screening as permitted by law. Licensing requirements depend on applicable state or local regulations; a valid driver’s license is required only for driving positions.

Requirements

• Be at least 18 years of age for unarmed roles or 21 years of age or older for armed roles.
• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Submit to a background investigation as a condition of employment, in accordance with applicable laws.
• Submit to a drug screen as a condition of employment, to the extent permitted by law.
• Meet any licensing requirements imposed by applicable state or local laws and regulations; licensing may be required before employment.
• A valid driver’s license is required for driving positions only.

Nice To Haves

• Alarm panel experience.
• Customer service experience.
• A state-, county-, or city-issued security license.
• Access control and badge experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to personnel, visitors, contractors, and delivery drivers while following security procedures, site-specific policies, and emergency response processes.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of utility operations areas, buildings, access points, parking areas, and perimeter locations to identify unusual conditions and help deter unauthorized activity.
• Monitor facility access by verifying credentials, directing authorized visitors and contractors, and documenting entry and exit activity according to site procedures.
• Respond calmly to incidents, alarms, and critical situations; communicate observations to appropriate personnel and follow established reporting protocols.
• Complete activity logs, incident reports, and shift documentation, and communicate relevant information to Allied Universal leadership and site contacts.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Basic life and AD&D insurance.
• Retirement plans.
• Disability insurance.
• Seven holidays annually paid at time and a half if worked.
• 40 hours of vacation after one year of employment at eligible work assignments; unused vacation is paid out only where required by law.
• Employee discounts at restaurants, entertainment venues, and other locations through the perks program.
• Paid training programs and career advancement opportunities.

What This Job Offers

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