Security Officer - Residential Building

Allied Universal; New York (NY); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Allied Universal in New York, NY is seeking a Part-Time Security Officer for a residential building. You will serve as a welcoming, professional presence, manage access, greet visitors, monitor activity, and respond to security concerns.

The role emphasizes customer service, attention to detail, and clear communication as you contribute to a safe, secure environment. You will work daytime and weekend shifts with opportunities for growth and training.

Qualifications

• Provide customer service to clients, visitors, and employees per site policies.
• Greet visitors, verify credentials, and maintain visitor records.
• Respond to incidents calmly and escalate per procedures.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to clients, visitors, and employees by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities.
• Monitor access to the location, greet and direct visitors, verify credentials as required, and maintain visitor records.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, escalating concerns according to site-specific procedures.
• Monitor lobby and entry-point activity, report unusual conditions, and deter unauthorized access through professional presence.
• Maintain accurate activity logs, complete required reports, and communicate relevant information to Allied Universal leadership and site contacts.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Attention to detail

Professional presence

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.

Job Description

As a Security Officer - Residential Building in New York, NY, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries. Join a leading team where flexibility meets opportunity. As a Part-Time Security Officer, you can build a schedule that works for you and explore new roles using our Claim a Shift platform. As a Front Desk Security Professional, you will serve as a welcoming, professional presence at a residential location, managing access, greeting visitors, monitoring activity, and responding to security-related concerns. You will help create a positive experience through clear communication, attention to detail, and exceptional customer service. Join Allied Universal’s caring, agile, reliable, and innovative team, where integrity and teamwork guide every interaction.

Position Type

Part Time

Pay Rate

$19.00 / Hour

Job Schedule

DayTimeSat 12:00 AM - 08:00 AM
Sun 12:00 AM - 08:00 AM

What You’ll Do

• Provide customer service to clients, visitors, and employees by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities.
• Monitor access to the location, greet and direct visitors, verify credentials as required, and maintain visitor records.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, escalating concerns according to site-specific procedures.
• Monitor lobby and entry-point activity, report unusual conditions, and help to deter unauthorized access through professional presence.
• Maintain accurate activity logs, complete required reports, and communicate relevant information to Allied Universal leadership and site contacts.

Minimum Requirements

• 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 Benefits: Participate in our retirement savings plan to invest in your future.
• Exclusive Perks: Enjoy discounts on top brands and services through our Perks Program.

Licensed by the New York State Department of State

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.