Security Officer Housing Facility

Allied Universal • New York, NY

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Allied Universal is hiring a part-time Security Officer for an assigned government human services location in New York, NY. The role provides a dependable weekly base schedule, with a six-month commitment to designated shifts, and the option to claim additional shifts through the company scheduling platform. Additional shifts may allow hours to vary up to 40 per week, with the option to scale back.

The officer provides customer service and security support to clients, visitors, and staff; carries out site procedures and policies; conducts unarmed patrols; monitors access and visitor activity; responds to incidents and emergencies; and maintains accurate reports. The position pays $18.87 per hour. Scheduled shifts are Monday, 4:00 PM–12:00 AM; Wednesday, 8:00 AM–4:00 PM; and Thursday, 4:00 PM–12:00 AM.

Requirements

• Possess a valid New York State Security Guard License.
• Have at least 1 year of security-related experience.
• Be at least 18 years old for unarmed roles; armed roles require applicants to be at least 21.
• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Submit to a background investigation, as a condition of employment and 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, visitors, and staff at a government human services location while carrying out security procedures, site-specific policies, and appropriate emergency response activities.
• Respond calmly and professionally to incidents, disturbances, medical emergencies, and critical situations, following established protocols and notifying appropriate personnel.
• Conduct regular and random unarmed patrols of assigned areas, building entrances, common spaces, and perimeter areas; identify and report unusual activity, hazards, or policy concerns.
• Monitor access points and visitor activity, verify authorized entry as directed by site procedures, and maintain accurate activity and incident reports.
• Support a respectful environment for individuals accessing services and communicate clearly with site staff, visitors, and emergency responders.

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 at eligible work assignments; unused vacation is paid out only where required by law.
• Discounts at restaurants, entertainment venues, and more through the employee 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