Security Officer Market

Allied Universal; New York (NY); On-site; USD 22,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart Tools

Career Growth

Health Benefits

Perks Program

Job summary

Allied Universal is seeking a Security Officer Market in Brooklyn, NY. You will protect clients across Retail/Malls and adjacent locations, maintain a visible presence, and deliver exceptional customer service while following site procedures.

You will monitor sections, respond to security concerns, conduct patrols, and communicate incidents to leadership. This role emphasizes teamwork, integrity, and a customer-first mindset in a dynamic retail environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 18+ for unarmed roles; 21+ for armed roles.
• Background check required by law.
• Drug screen required by law.
• Licensing requirements vary by state/local laws.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service and carry out site-specific security procedures.
• Respond calmly to incidents and emergencies.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of the retail location.
• Monitor for unusual activity and assist with access control.

Skills

Customer service

Observation skills

Communication

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.

As a Security Officer Market in Brooklyn, NY, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Retail/Malls, and more. Join Allied Universal as an Unarmed Security Officer at a retail location, where you will monitor and patrol assigned areas, maintain a visible presence to help deter incidents, and support a welcoming environment for customers and team members. You will provide outstanding customer service, communicate professionally, and respond to security-related concerns with integrity. Our agile, reliable, and innovative team puts people first and delivers through teamwork.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $19.48 / Hour

Job Schedule:

• Mon: 09:00 PM - 05:00 AM
• Fri: 09:00 PM - 05:00 AM
• Sat: 09:00 PM - 05:00 AM
• Sun: 09:00 PM - 05:00 AM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to customers, employees, and visitors by carrying out site-specific security-related procedures, policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities.
• Respond to incidents, customer concerns, and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem-solving manner.
• Conduct regular and random patrols throughout the retail location, including sales areas, entrances, parking areas, loading areas, and perimeter, as assigned.
• Monitor for unusual activity, report security-related concerns, and assist with access control, deliveries, and visitor directions in accordance with site procedures.
• Document incidents, observations, and patrol activities accurately and communicate relevant information to site leadership and/or Allied Universal supervision.

Minimum Requirements:

• Access control and badge experience is preferred.
• Loss prevention experience is preferred.
• A Guard Card or license is preferred.
• A state, county, or city-issued license for security-related work is preferred.
• Customer service experience is 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.