Security Officer Part Time Front Desk - Corporate Building

Allied Universal • New York, NY

9d • Onsite

About The Position

Allied Universal is hiring a part-time Security Officer for a corporate building front desk and alarm-triage assignment in New York, NY. The position provides a fixed weekly shift at an assigned site, with a six-month commitment to that anchor shift. The scheduled shift is Sunday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Officers may also claim additional shifts through the scheduling platform, with the opportunity to build up to 40 hours per week while retaining the option to scale back. The pay rate is $17.00 per hour.

The officer provides customer service to tenants, visitors, and property staff; manages front-desk visitor access and records; monitors building entry activity and security systems; and responds professionally to requests, incidents, and emergencies. The role requires at least one year of security-related experience and a high school diploma or equivalent. Alarm panel experience, relevant security licenses, and access-control or badge experience are preferred.

Requirements

• At least one year of security-related experience.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least 18 years of age for unarmed roles; at least 21 years of age for armed roles.
• Submit to a background investigation as a condition of employment.
• Submit to a drug screen as a condition of employment, to the extent permitted by law.
• Meet applicable state and local licensing requirements; licensing may be required before employment.
• A valid driver’s license is required for driving positions only.

Nice To Haves

• Alarm panel experience.
• A guard card or license.
• A state-, county-, or city-issued security-related license.
• Access-control or badge experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to tenants, visitors, and property staff while following site security procedures, policies, and applicable emergency-response activities.
• Staff the front desk professionally; greet visitors, verify access authorization, issue visitor credentials, and maintain accurate visitor records.
• Monitor building entry activity, access-control systems, cameras, alarms, and communication channels, and report unusual activity or access concerns according to site procedures.
• Respond calmly and professionally to incidents, tenant requests, and critical situations, escalating matters to appropriate personnel when needed.
• Answer incoming calls, provide directions and building information, and support a positive experience at the commercial property.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Basic life, AD&D, and disability insurance.
• Retirement plans.
• 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.
• 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