Security Officer Full Time Transitional Housing

Allied Universal; Hempfield Township (Westmoreland County); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart Tools

Career Growth

Financial and Health Benefits

Exclusive Perks

Job summary

Allied Universal in Jamaica, NY is seeking a Security Officer for full-time unarmed patrols. The role involves safeguarding clients, monitoring facilities, and providing exceptional customer service.

Must meet NYS security guard licensing requirements and be at least 18 years old for unarmed positions; CPR/First Aid certifications preferred. Day-to-day duties include patrolling assigned areas, controlling access, responding to incidents, and maintaining logs.

Qualifications

• Must have a New York State Security Guard License.
• CPR certification preferred.
• CPR and First Aid certification preferred.
• Must be at least 18 years old for unarmed roles; 21 for armed roles.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Background check conducted per federal, state and local laws.
• Drug screen required where permitted by law.
• Licensing requirements may be required prior to employment.
• A valid driver’s license required for driving positions only.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to residents, staff, visitors, and contractors while following site procedures and emergency response activities.
• Conduct regular unarmed patrols of the facility, grounds, parking areas, entrances, and perimeter to deter unauthorized activity.
• Monitor access points and verify credentials, maintain logs and incident documentation.
• Respond to incidents and emergencies in a calm, professional manner following site procedures.
• Communicate observations and concerns to site leadership, emergency responders, and Allied Universal management.

Skills

Customer service

Patrols

Incident documentation

Communication

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.

As a Security Officer Full Time Unarmed Patrol Radio Reporting in Jamaica, NY , you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries. As an Unarmed Patrol Officer with Allied Universal, you will monitor and patrol assigned areas, maintain a visible presence to help deter incidents, and support a welcoming environment for individuals, visitors, and staff. You will respond to security-related concerns, communicate professionally, and deliver exceptional customer service. Join an agile, reliable, and innovative team that puts people first, works together, and acts with integrity.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $18.87 / Hour

Job Schedule:

Day Time

Mon12:00 AM – 08:00 AM

Tue12:00 AM – 08:00 AM

Wed12:00 AM – 08:00 AM

Thur12:00 AM – 08:00 AM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to residents, staff, visitors, and contractors while carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and emergency response activities as appropriate.


• Conduct regular and random unarmed patrols of the facility, grounds, parking areas, entrances, and perimeter to help deter unauthorized activity and identify unusual conditions.


• Monitor access points and visitor activity, verify credentials as required, and maintain accurate logs and incident documentation.


• Respond to incidents, medical emergencies, and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem-solving manner, following established site procedures.


• Communicate observations and concerns promptly to site leadership, emergency responders, and Allied Universal management as appropriate.

Minimum Requirements:

• A New York State Security Guard License is required.


• CPR certification is preferred.


• CPR and First Aid certification are 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 .

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 .

Job ID: 2026-1692076

Location: United States-New York-Jamaica

Job Category: Security Officer