Security Officer Housing Facility

Allied Universal•New York, NY

5h•Onsite

About The Position

Allied Universal is hiring a part-time unarmed Security Officer to support a government location serving individuals experiencing homelessness in New York, NY. The officer will help safeguard staff, visitors, and community members while maintaining a welcoming environment. The role involves monitoring and patrolling assigned areas, maintaining a visible presence, responding to security concerns, and providing customer service and clear communication. The scheduled shifts are Wednesday and Thursday, 4:00 PM to 12:00 AM. The pay rate is $18.87 per hour.

Requirements

Possess a New York State Security Guard License.
Have at least one year of security-related experience.
Be at least 18 years of age for unarmed 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.

Responsibilities

Provide customer service to clients, staff, visitors, and individuals seeking services by following site-specific procedures, access-control protocols, and emergency-response activities as appropriate.
Conduct regular and random unarmed patrols of assigned areas, building perimeters, entrances, common areas, and surrounding grounds to identify and report unusual activity, hazards, or maintenance concerns.
Monitor access points and visitor activity, verify authorization as required, and maintain accurate logs, incident reports, and shift documentation.
Respond calmly and professionally to incidents, disturbances, medical situations, and critical events; notify appropriate personnel and public emergency services when needed.
Support a respectful, trauma-informed environment by communicating professionally with diverse populations and following established de-escalation and incident-reporting procedures.