Security Officer Supportive Housing

Allied Universal•New York, NY

20h•Onsite

About The Position

Allied Universal is hiring a full-time Security Officer to serve at a supportive housing shelter in the Bronx, New York. The officer will help maintain a welcoming, secure environment by monitoring entry points, verifying access, communicating professionally with residents, visitors, and staff, and conducting routine patrols. The role involves remaining visible to deter incidents and responding to security concerns with care and integrity. The posted pay rate is $17.00 per hour. The schedule is Sunday and Monday through Thursday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM.

Requirements

Be at least 18 years of age for unarmed roles; 21 or older for armed roles.
Possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
Submit to a background investigation in accordance with applicable laws.
Submit to a drug screen to the extent permitted by law.
Meet any licensing requirements that apply under state or local laws and regulations; licensing may be required before employment.
Have a valid driver’s license for driving positions only.

Responsibilities

Provide customer service to residents, visitors, staff, and service providers by following site-specific access control procedures and security-related policies.
Monitor entry and exit points, verify authorized access, maintain visitor logs, and direct individuals to appropriate areas in accordance with site procedures.
Respond to incidents, behavioral concerns, and critical situations calmly and professionally, following established emergency response protocols.
Communicate observations, incidents, and access-related concerns to site leadership and/or Allied Universal supervision, and complete accurate activity and incident reports.
Conduct regular and random patrols of assigned interior and exterior areas to deter unauthorized access and identify potential security-related concerns.