Security Officer - Office Building Reception

Allied Universal; New York (NY); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart Tools

Career Growth

Health Benefits

Perks Program

Job summary

Allied Universal is seeking a Security Officer - Office Building Reception in New York. Serve tenants, visitors, and staff with a professional presence and adherence to site policies.

Responsibilities include responding to incidents, patrolling building common areas, monitoring access, and reporting security issues with clear documentation. A NYS Security Guard License is required for this role.

Qualifications

• Possess a New York State Security Guard License.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Customer service experience preferred.
• Be at least 18 years old for unarmed roles; 21+ for armed roles.
• Background check and drug screen required.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to tenants, visitors, and staff per site policies.
• Respond to incidents calmly and escalate per procedures.
• Conduct regular unarmed patrols of building areas and perimeter.
• Monitor access points and report security issues to management.
• Document patrols and incidents clearly in reports.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Problem solving

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Computer/tablet

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 - Office Building Reception, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Commercial Real Estate, and more. Join Allied Universal as an Unarmed Patrol Officer supporting a commercial real estate location. You will conduct routine patrols, maintain a visible presence to help deter security-related incidents, respond to concerns, and provide exceptional customer service and communication. Bring your professionalism and New York State Security Guard License to a team that is agile, reliable, innovative, caring, and guided by integrity.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $18.00 / Hour

Job Schedule:

• Mon 10:30 AM - 06:30 PM
• Tue 10:30 AM - 06:30 PM
• Wed 10:30 AM - 06:30 PM
• Thur 10:30 AM - 06:30 PM
• Fri 10:30 AM - 06:30 PM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to tenants, visitors, and property management staff by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and, when appropriate, emergency response activities at a commercial property.
• 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 building common areas, parking facilities, exterior grounds, and perimeter areas to help deter unauthorized activity and identify security-related concerns.
• Monitor access points and observe activity throughout the property, reporting maintenance, lighting, access control, and other security-related issues to appropriate personnel.
• Document patrols, incidents, and daily activities in clear and accurate reports while maintaining a professional presence for occupants and visitors.

Minimum Requirements:

• Possess a New York State Security Guard License.
• Customer service experience is preferred.
• Comfort using a computer or tablet 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.