Security Guard

Alliedbarton Security Services; Elmont (NY); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Allied Universal in Elmont, NY is seeking a Part-Time Security Officer to perform unarmed patrols, deter incidents, and provide excellent customer service across retail and mall locations. You will monitor access points, respond to incidents, and report findings with management and authorities.

Valid state licensing where required and a background check will be conducted. The role offers flexible day shifts with pay at $18.50 per hour and opportunities to grow within a leading security services

Qualifications

• Be at least 18 years old for unarmed roles; 21+ for armed roles.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Background investigation will be conducted in line with federal, state and local laws.
• Allied Universal may consider qualified applicants with criminal histories per applicable laws.
• Drug screening required where permitted by law.
• Licensing requirements may be needed depending on state/local laws.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to shoppers, tenants, visitors, and employees by following site security procedures.
• Respond to incidents and disturbances calmly and follow reporting/escalation procedures.
• Conduct regular and random unarmed patrols of the retail location and surrounding areas.
• Monitor access points and assist with directing visitors according to site procedures.
• Prepare accurate incident reports and communicate with site management and authorities.

Skills

Customer service

Patrol procedures

Emergency response

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Allied Universal®, North America’s leading security and facility services company, offers rewarding careers that provide you a sense of purpose. While working in a dynamic, welcoming, and collaborative workplace, you will be part of a team that contributes to a culture that positively impacts the communities and customers we serve.

Job Description

As a Security Guard Patrol Incident Observation in Elmont, NY, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Retail/Malls, and more. Join a leading team where flexibility meets opportunity. As a Part-Time Security Officer, you can build a schedule that works for you and explore new roles using our Claim a Shift platform. As an Unarmed Patrol Officer at a retail and mall location, you will monitor assigned areas, conduct routine patrols, remain visible to help deter security-related incidents, and provide exceptional customer service and communication. You will support a welcoming environment for visitors, tenants, and staff while responding to concerns with professionalism. Join Allied Universal, where agile, reliable, and innovative teams put people first and act with integrity.

Position Type: Part Time

Pay Rate: $18.50 / Hour

Job Schedule:

DayTimeTue11:00 PM - 07:00 AMWed11:00 PM - 07:00 AMThur11:00 PM - 07:00 AM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to shoppers, tenants, visitors, and/or employees by carrying out site-specific security-related procedures, policies, and emergency response activities when appropriate.
• Respond to incidents, disturbances, and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem-solving manner, following established reporting and escalation procedures.
• Conduct regular and random unarmed patrols throughout the retail location, common areas, parking areas, and perimeter to help identify and report unusual activity, hazards, and policy violations.
• Monitor access points, support traffic and crowd-flow needs during busy periods, and assist with directing visitors in accordance with site procedures.
• Prepare accurate incident reports and maintain clear communication with site management, law enforcement, emergency responders, and Allied Universal leadership as needed.

Minimum Requirements:

• Be at least 18 years of age for unarmed roles; 21+ years of age for armed roles.
• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
• As a condition of employment, applicants will be subject to a background investigation in accordance with all federal, state, and local laws.
• Allied Universal will consider qualified applications with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable laws.
• As a condition of employment, applicants will be subject to a drug screen to the extent permitted by law.
• Licensing requirements are subject to state and/or local laws and regulations and may be required prior to employment.
• A valid driver’s license will be required for driving positions only.

Why Join Us:

• Smart Tools: Access to our exclusive technology to view and claim additional shifts to earn more.
• Career Growth: Get paid training and access to career growth opportunities.
• Financial Benefits: Participate in our retirement savings plan to invest in your future.
• Exclusive Perks: Enjoy discounts on top brands and services through our Perks Program.

Licensed by the New York State Department of State

Closing

Allied Universal® is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or relationship/association with a protected veteran, or any other basis or characteristic protected by law.