Security Officer Part Time Front Desk - Commercial Building

Allied Universal • New York, NY

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Allied Universal is hiring a part-time Security Officer for a commercial building front desk access registry in New York, NY. The position provides a fixed weekly shift at an assigned site, with a six-month commitment to that schedule. Officers may also claim additional shifts through the company scheduling platform, creating an opportunity to increase hours up to 40 per week while retaining the option to scale back. The pay rate is $17.00 per hour. The listed schedule is Sunday, 4:00 PM–12:00 AM.

The role combines customer service and site-specific security procedures. The officer supports tenants, visitors, and vendors at the building front desk; manages visitor access and records; monitors security equipment and lobby activity; responds professionally to incidents and concerns; and assists with reception duties. Applicants are subject to background investigation and, where permitted by law, drug screening. Licensing requirements may apply under state or local law.

Requirements

• At least 1 year 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 laws.
• Applicants are subject to drug screening to the extent permitted by law.
• Licensing may be required before employment, depending on state and local requirements.
• A valid driver's license is required for driving positions only.

Nice To Haves

• Access control and badge experience.
• Alarm panel experience.
• A guard card or license.
• Customer service experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to tenants, visitors, and vendors at a commercial real estate front desk while following site-specific security procedures and policies.
• Greet and screen visitors, verify access authorization, issue visitor credentials, and maintain accurate visitor and access records.
• Monitor lobby activity, access control systems, cameras, alarms, and other security-related equipment, and report irregularities promptly.
• Respond calmly and professionally to incidents, tenant concerns, and critical situations, and coordinate with emergency responders when appropriate.
• Perform reception duties, including answering phones, directing guests, receiving deliveries, and communicating relevant information to building management and Allied Universal leadership.

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 more.
• Paid training programs.
• Flexible scheduling and access to a scheduling platform for viewing and claiming shifts.

What This Job Offers

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