Security Officer Clearance Required Patrol Coverage

Allied Universal; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart Tools

Career Growth

Retirement savings plan

Medical, dental, vision

Basic life and AD&D

Disability insurance

Perks Program

Job summary

Allied Universal, North America's leading security and facility services company, seeks a Security Officer in Buffalo, NY. The role involves unarmed security, customer service, and patrol duties at a technology, media, and telecom site. A DoD Secret Clearance is required, with background checks and eligibility considerations per law.

Position is Full Time with a pay rate of $21.75 per hour. Shifts include daytime and overnight blocks; applicants must be 18+ (21+ for armed roles) and have a HS

Qualifications

• Active DoD Secret Clearance.
• Background check required by federal/state/local laws.
• Eligibility: 18+ (unarmed) / 21+ (armed).
• Background investigation will be conducted as a condition of employment.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service and follow site security procedures.
• Respond calmly to incidents and escalate per site procedures.
• Conduct regular unarmed patrols of facility, perimeter, and parking areas.
• Monitor access points and visitor activity; document observations.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

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 Officer Clearance Required Patrol Coverage in Buffalo, NY, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Tech/Media/Telecom, and more. As an Unarmed Security Officer at a dynamic technology, media, and telecommunications location, you will monitor and patrol assigned areas, maintain a visible presence to help deter incidents, and support a welcoming environment through exceptional customer service and communication. Join Allied Universal's agile, reliable, and innovative team, where a caring culture puts people first and integrity guides every security-related interaction.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $21.75 / Hour

Job Schedule: DayTimeMon11:00 PM - 07:00 AMTue11:00 PM - 07:00 AMWed11:00 PM - 07:00 AMFri03:00 PM - 11:00 PM

What You'll Do

• Provide customer service to clients by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities at a technology, media, and telecommunications location.
• Respond to incidents, access concerns, and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem-solving manner, escalating matters according to site procedures.
• Conduct regular and random unarmed patrols of the facility, perimeter, parking areas, and other assigned locations to help identify and report unusual activity or conditions.
• Monitor access points and visitor activity in accordance with site requirements, documenting observations and maintaining accurate activity logs.
• Communicate professionally with employees, visitors, contractors, and emergency responders while supporting a welcoming and orderly environment.

Minimum Requirements

• Possess an active DoD Secret Clearance.
• 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 and Health Benefits: Enjoy access to a retirement savings plan, plus medical, dental, vision, basic life and AD&D, and disability insurance.
• 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. For more information: www.aus.com.

If you have difficulty using the online system and require an alternate method to apply or require an accommodation, please contact our local Human Resources department. To find an office near you, please visit: www.aus.com/offices.