Security Officer Residential Community Control Access

Allied Universal; New York (NY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

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Smart Tools

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Job summary

Allied Universal in Brooklyn, NY is hiring a Security Officer Residential Community Control Access to safeguard residents, staff, and visitors at a shelter location. You will monitor entrances, conduct routine patrols, respond to incidents with calm professionalism, and provide excellent customer service while following site procedures.

This full-time role requires being at least 18, a high school diploma or equivalent, and a willingness to undergo background checks and drug screening.

Qualifications

• Be at least 18 years of age for unarmed roles.
• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Background investigation required by federal, state and local laws.
• Allied Universal reviews criminal histories in compliance with laws.
• Drug screen required where permitted by law.
• Licensing requirements may be needed by state/local laws.
• Valid driver's license required for driving positions only.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to residents, visitors, staff at a shelter location and follow site procedures.
• Respond to incidents and inquiries calmly and according to escalation protocols.
• Conduct regular unarmed patrols to deter unauthorized activity and identify concerns.
• Monitor access points, verify entry, document incidents, and report to leadership or responders.
• Maintain a professional presence and interact respectfully with diverse individuals.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Professional presence

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

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

As a Security Officer Residential Community Control Access in BROOKLYN, NY, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Shelter, and more. As an Unarmed Security Officer with Allied Universal, you will monitor and patrol a shelter location, helping to maintain a welcoming, secure environment for residents, staff, and visitors. You will conduct routine patrols, remain visible to help deter security-related incidents, respond to concerns, and provide exceptional customer service and communication. Join a caring, agile, reliable, and innovative team that puts people first, works together, and acts with integrity.

Position Type

Full Time

Pay Rate

$17.00 / Hour

Job Schedule

DayTime Tue 04:00 PM - 12:00 AM Wed 04:00 PM - 12:00 AM Thur 04:00 PM - 12:00 AM Sun 08:00 AM - 04:00 PM

What You’ll Do

• Provide customer service to residents, visitors, staff, and service providers at a shelter location while carrying out site-specific procedures and security-related responsibilities.
• Respond to incidents, resident concerns, disturbances, and critical situations in a calm, respectful, problem-solving manner, following established escalation and emergency response protocols.
• Conduct regular and random unarmed patrols throughout the facility, common areas, entrances, exits, and perimeter to help deter unauthorized activity and identify security-related concerns.
• Monitor access points, verify authorized entry, maintain visitor and incident documentation, and report unusual activity to site leadership and/or emergency responders as appropriate.
• Support a respectful, trauma-informed environment by maintaining a professional presence and interacting with individuals from diverse backgrounds with dignity and courtesy.

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 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

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.