Security Officer Part Time Front Desk - Commercial Building

Allied Universal; New York (NY); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

7 holidays paid time and a half

Vacation after one year

Employee perks program discounts

Job summary

Allied Universal is seeking a Security Officer Enhanced Part Time Front Desk in New York, NY. This role offers reliable hours at an assigned site with opportunities to pick up extra shifts through our platform.

Pay rate is $17.00 per hour with a fixed anchor shift and potential to increase earnings by taking additional shifts across sites. The position supports a pathway to full-time roles through our training programs.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of security-related experience is required.
• Access control and badge experience is preferred.
• Alarm panel experience is preferred.
• A guard card or license is preferred.
• Customer service experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional customer service to tenants, visitors, and vendors at a commercial real estate front desk.
• Greet and screen visitors, verify access authorization, issue visitor credentials, and maintain visitor and access records.
• Monitor lobby activity, access control systems, cameras, alarms, and report irregularities.
• Respond to incidents calmly and coordinate with emergency responders when appropriate.
• Assist with reception duties, including answering phones and directing guests.

Skills

Customer service

Security experience

Access control

Badge experience

Education

High school diploma

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

Life doesn’t always follow a fixed schedule. That’s why we created the Security Officer – Part Time Enhanced position: a flexible, dependable option for individuals looking to supplement their income, gain hands‑on experience, or work toward a full‑time career with the industry leader.

As a Security Officer Enhanced Part Time Front Desk Access Registry in New York, NY, this role is designed to provide reliable, consistent hours at an assigned site with the flexibility for you to earn more by picking‑up additional shifts when it works for you.

Pay Rate: $17.00 / Hour

Job Schedule:

DayTimeSun04:00 PM - 12:00 AM

How This Role Works:

• Fixed-Shift Commitment (“Anchor Shifts”): You will be hired for a designated site and weekly shift that serves as your reliable base schedule. This assignment requires a six (6) month commitment.
• Earn More, Claim‑A‑Shift Program: In addition to your fixed shift, you may pick‑up extra shifts through our scheduling platform, allowing you to increase earnings and gain experience across multiple sites. Work part‑time hours this week and full‑time the next. It’s all up to you.

This role is ideal for candidates seeking part-time employment with flexibility, income stability, and opportunities to build‑up to a full‑time schedule of up to 40 hours per week; always with the option to scale back when needed.

Responsibilities:

• Provide exceptional customer service to tenants, visitors, and vendors at a commercial real estate front desk while carrying out site‑specific security‑related procedures and policies.
• Greet and screen visitors, verify access authorization, issue visitor credentials, and maintain accurate visitor and access records.
• Monitor lobby activity, access control systems, cameras, alarms, and/or other security‑related equipment; promptly report irregularities to appropriate personnel.
• Respond to incidents, tenant concerns, and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem‑solving manner and coordinate with emergency responders when appropriate.
• Assist with reception‑related duties, including answering phones, directing guests, receiving deliveries, and communicating relevant information to building management and Allied Universal leadership.

Minimum Requirements:

• At least 1 year of security‑related experience is required.
• Access control and badge experience is preferred.
• Alarm panel experience is preferred.
• A guard card or license 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:

• Flexible Scheduling: Choose from a variety of open shifts that align with your availability and lifestyle.
• Career Growth: Clear path to full‑time roles and ongoing advancement through paid training programs.
• Smart Tools: Access exclusive technology for real‑time shift visibility and claiming.
• Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, basic life, AD&D, retirement plans, and disability insurance; seven holidays annually paid at time and a half, if worked; 40 hours of vacation after one year of employment at eligible work assignments (unused vacation is only paid out where required by law).
• Employee Perks: Enjoy discounts at restaurants, entertainment venues, and more 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.