Security Officer - Corporate Office

Allied Universal; New York (NY); On-site; USD 34,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

Allied Universal, a leading security and facility services company, seeks a Security Officer at the Corporate Office in New York, NY. The role focuses on welcoming visitors, controlling access, and maintaining a safe environment with strong customer service and incident response.

Requirements include a NYS Security Guard License, fluent Spanish, and at least one year of security experience. The position is full-time with an hourly pay rate of $30 and a daytime schedule.

Qualifications

• Possess a valid New York State Security Guard License.
• Speak, read, and write fluent Spanish.
• Have at least one year of security-related experience.
• Customer service experience is preferred.
• Be comfortable using a computer or tablet, preferred.
• Age requirement: 18+ for unarmed roles; 21+ for armed roles.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to tenants, visitors, and staff by carrying out security-related procedures and site-specific policies.
• Manage front desk operations by greeting visitors, verifying identification, issuing visitor credentials, and maintaining records.
• Monitor access points, cameras, alarms, and other security systems; report unusual activity and policy violations.
• Respond to incidents calmly and follow site procedures, coordinating with emergency responders when needed.
• Assist with directing visitors and deliveries while maintaining a professional front desk presence.

Skills

Spanish (fluent)

Customer service

Computer literacy

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 Officer - Corporate Office in New York, NY, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Commercial Real Estate, and more. As a Front Desk Security Professional in a commercial real estate location, you will serve as a welcoming, professional presence for visitors and tenants while monitoring access, responding to security-related concerns, and supporting a positive environment. You will use strong communication and customer service skills to assist guests and help address incidents. Join Allied Universal, where teamwork, integrity, agility, reliability, and innovation guide our people-first culture.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $30.00 / Hour

Job Schedule

DayTimeMon09:00 AM - 04:00 PMTue09:00 AM - 04:00 PMWed09:00 AM - 04:00 PMThur09:00 AM - 04:00 PMFri09:00 AM - 04:00 PM

What You’ll Do

• Provide customer service to tenants, visitors, and/or staff by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities at a commercial real estate location.
• Manage front desk operations by greeting visitors, verifying identification, issuing visitor credentials, and maintaining accurate visitor and access records.
• Monitor access points, cameras, alarms, and other security-related systems; report unusual activity, facility concerns, and policy violations to appropriate personnel.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, following site procedures and communicating with emergency responders when needed.
• Assist with directing visitors, answering routine inquiries, receiving deliveries, and maintaining a professional front desk presence.

Minimum Requirements

• Possess a valid New York State Security Guard License.
• Speak, read, and write fluent Spanish.
• Have at least one year of security-related experience.
• Customer service experience is preferred.
• Be comfortable using a computer or tablet, preferred.
• 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

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.

To find an office near you, please visit: www.aus.com/offices.