Security Officer Part Time Front Desk - Commercial Building

Allied Universal • New York, NY

5d • $19 - $20 • Onsite

About The Position

Allied Universal is hiring a part-time Security Officer for a commercial building front desk in New York, NY. The position provides a fixed weekly shift at an assigned site, with a six-month commitment, and the option to claim additional shifts through a scheduling platform. Employees may work additional hours, potentially building up to 40 hours per week, and can scale back when needed. The listed schedule is Friday, 2:30 PM–10:00 PM. The pay rate is $18.50–$19.50 per hour.

The role provides customer service and front-desk security support for tenants, visitors, vendors, and property management personnel. Duties include controlling property access, monitoring security systems, handling calls and inquiries, and responding to incidents and emergencies according to site procedures.

Applicants must have at least two years of security-related experience, be at least 18 for unarmed roles or 21 for armed roles, and possess a high school diploma or equivalent. Employment is contingent on applicable background investigation and drug screening. Licensing may be required under state or local regulations. A valid driver’s license is required only for driving positions.

Requirements

• At least two years of security-related experience.
• At least 18 years of age for unarmed roles; at least 21 years of age for armed roles.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Applicants are subject to a background investigation in accordance with applicable law.
• Applicants are subject to a drug screen to the extent permitted by law.
• State or local licensing may be required prior to employment.
• A valid driver’s license is required for driving positions only.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to tenants, visitors, vendors, and property management personnel at the commercial building front desk, following site-specific security procedures and policies.
• Monitor property access, verify visitor and vendor credentials, issue visitor passes or access credentials as directed, and maintain accurate entry logs.
• Answer and route incoming calls, provide directions and general building information, and communicate professionally with tenants and guests.
• Monitor cameras, alarms, and access-control activity, and promptly report unusual conditions or maintenance concerns to appropriate personnel.
• Respond calmly and professionally to incidents, emergencies, and critical situations, following established emergency response procedures.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, basic life, AD&D, retirement plans, and disability insurance.
• Seven annual holidays 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 opportunities for career advancement.

What This Job Offers

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