High Level Security Officer – Commercial Building Lobby

LASI Security Company, Inc.; New York, Northern (NY, KY); Hybrid; USD 26,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Guardian Security Services seeks professional Security Officers to support a high-level commercial building lobby in New York City.

This client-facing role requires sound judgment, strong communication, and a polished demeanor. Evening shifts with both full-time and part-time options offer $19.45 per hour, delivering a professional presence for tenants, guests, and vendors.

Qualifications

• Valid New York State Security Guard License.
• 8-hour Pre-Assignment Training completed.
• 16-hour On-the-Job Training completed.
• Prior experience in residential, corporate, or concierge security preferred.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Professional appearance with a calm, composed demeanor.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a welcoming presence for residents, guests, and vendors.
• Monitor access points and surveillance to ensure safety.
• Conduct interior and exterior patrols of the building.
• Respond to emergencies and security concerns promptly.
• Keep accurate shift logs, incident reports, and daily activity records.
• Assist with package handling and vendor deliveries as needed.
• Manage building and concierge keys securely.
• Identify suspicious activity and report hazards or violations.
• Coordinate with management and staff to support daily operations.
• Enforce policies while maintaining a calm, professional demeanor.
• Ensure smooth shift transitions for operational continuity.

Skills

Communication skills

Customer service

Professional appearance

Sound judgment

Calm under pressure

Education

New York State Security Guard License

8-Hour Pre-Assignment Training Certificate

16-Hour On-the-Job Training Certificate

Job description

Description

Security Officer – High Level Commercial Building Lobby

Location: New York, NY
Job Type: Full-Time & Part-Time
Schedule: Evenings
Pay Rate: $19.45per hour

F01 & S95 a Plus!

About Guardian Security Services

Established in 1918, Guardian Service Industries is a fourth-generation family-owned company providing Security, Janitorial, Engineering, Pest Control, and Facility Support Services.

We support more than 1,000 properties across the East Coast, New England, and Florida, including commercial buildings, residential communities, transportation hubs, schools, and government facilities.

Our Security Officers play an important role in maintaining safe, welcoming, and professionally managed environments for tenants, visitors, and building staff.

Security Officer Responsibilities

Guardian Security Services is seeking professional Security Officers to support a commercial property in New York City.

This is a client-facing role where officers help maintain the safety and security of the building while providing a professional presence for tenants, guests, and vendors.

The position is ideal for individuals who demonstrate sound judgment, strong communication skills, and a polished, professional demeanor appropriate for a residential environment.

Security Officers in this role play an important part in maintaining a safe, well-managed property while delivering courteous and attentive service to tenants and visitors.

Security Officers may perform a combination of the following duties depending on site needs:

1. Maintain a professional and welcoming presence for residents, guests, and vendors
2. Monitor building access points and maintain awareness of building activity
3. Conduct routine patrols of interior and exterior areas of the building
4. Monitor surveillance cameras and building security systems
5. Respond to emergencies and security concerns promptly and professionally
6. Maintain accurate shift logs, incident reports, and daily activity reports
7. Assist with package handling and vendor deliveries when required
8. Maintain control and documentation of building and concierge keys
9. Identify and report suspicious activity, safety hazards, or policy violations
10. Coordinate with building management and property staff to support daily operations
11. Enforce building policies while maintaining a calm and professional demeanor
12. Maintain clear communication during shift transitions to ensure operational continuity

Our company participates in E-Verify to confirm the identity and employment eligibility of all new hires.

The requirements and duties described above may be modified or waived by the Company in its sole discretion without notice.

We are an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, citizenship, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with a disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We are committed to integrity, excellence, and diversity among our employees.

Requirements

Security Officer Qualifications

• Valid New York State Security Guard License
• 8-Hour Pre-Assignment Training Certificate
• 16-Hour On-the-Job Training Certificate
• Prior experience in residential security, corporate security, concierge security, or customer-facing security roles preferred
• Strong communication and customer service skills
• Professional appearance and polished demeanor
• Ability to remain calm and exercise sound judgment in high-pressure situations
• Ability to stand, walk, and patrol for extended periods as required