Security Officer Government Agency

Allied Universal•New York, NY

1d•Onsite

About The Position

As a Security Officer Licensed Patrol Access Control in New York, NY, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government, and more. As an Unarmed Security Officer supporting a government housing location, you will monitor and patrol assigned areas, maintain a visible presence to help deter security-related incidents, and assist residents, visitors, and staff with professionalism. You will support access control procedures, respond to security-related concerns, and deliver exceptional customer service and communication. Join Allied Universal, where agility, reliability, innovation, teamwork, caring, and integrity guide our work.

Requirements

Possess a valid New York State Security Guard License.
Have at least 1 year of security-related experience.
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

Customer service experience is preferred.
Comfortable using a computer or tablet is preferred.
Access control and badge experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide customer service to residents, visitors, staff, and contractors at a government housing location by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities.
Conduct regular and random unarmed patrols of building interiors, exterior grounds, entrances, common areas, parking areas, and perimeter locations to help identify and report unusual conditions or unauthorized activity.
Monitor access points, verify authorized entry as directed by site procedures, and document visitor, contractor, and delivery activity when required.
Respond to incidents, resident concerns, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem-solving manner; notify appropriate site contacts and emergency services as directed.
Prepare accurate daily activity reports and incident documentation, and communicate observations, maintenance concerns, and policy violations to Allied Universal supervision and designated site personnel.

Benefits

Access to a retirement savings plan
medical insurance
dental insurance
vision insurance
basic life and AD&D insurance
disability insurance
paid training
access to career growth opportunities
Access to our exclusive technology to view and claim additional shifts to earn more.
Discounts on top brands and services through our Perks Program.