Security Officer - Residential Command Center

Allied Universal; Elmhurst (NY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart tools access to shifts

Career growth and training

Health, dental, vision benefits

Perks program discounts

Job summary

Allied Universal, North America’s leading security and facility services company, seeks a dedicated Security Officer for a Residential Command Center in New York. You will safeguard clients across government locations, monitor access, patrol premises, and maintain clear, professional communication while delivering exceptional service.

The role is full-time with a defined schedule and benefits. Join a people-first team that emphasizes integrity and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Possess a valid New York State Security Guard License.
• Be at least 18 years old for unarmed roles; 21+ for armed roles.
• Background check required by law.
• Drug screen may be required where permitted by law.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to visitors, residents, employees, and contractors while following site-specific procedures.
• Conduct regular and random foot and vehicle patrols to deter security incidents and identify maintenance concerns.
• Monitor access points, verify credentials, and report suspicious activity.
• Respond to incidents and alarms in a calm, professional manner and request assistance when needed.
• Prepare reports and logs documenting observations and activities per site procedures.

Skills

Customer service

Observation

Access control

Report writing

Education

High school diploma

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 - Residential Command Center, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government, and more. As an Unarmed Security Officer supporting a government location, you will monitor and patrol assigned areas, maintain a visible presence to help deter security-related incidents, and report observations in a timely manner. You will provide exceptional customer service and clear communication while representing Allied Universal’s agile, reliable, and innovative values. Join a caring, people-first team that delivers through teamwork and acts with integrity.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $22.56 / Hour

Job Schedule:

• Mon 04:00 PM - 12:00 AM
• Tue 04:00 PM - 12:00 AM
• Wed 04:00 PM - 12:00 AM
• Thur 04:00 PM - 12:00 AM
• Fri 08:00 AM - 04:00 PM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to visitors, residents, employees, and contractors while carrying out site-specific security-related procedures, policies, and emergency response activities.
• Conduct regular and random foot and/or vehicle patrols of buildings, grounds, parking areas, entrances, and perimeter areas to help deter unauthorized activity and identify maintenance-related concerns.
• Monitor access points, verify credentials as directed, and report unauthorized access attempts or suspicious activity to appropriate personnel.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem-solving manner; request additional assistance when needed.
• Prepare accurate reports and activity logs, documenting observations, incidents, patrols, and communications in accordance with site procedures.

Minimum Requirements:

• Possess a valid New York State Security Guard License.
• 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.

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.