Security Officer Residential Community Patrol

Alliedbarton Security Services; New York (NY); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Part time

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Smart Tools

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Job summary

Allied Universal is hiring a Part Time Security Officer for a shelter location in the BRONX, NY. You will provide exceptional customer service, monitor access, and patrol interior and exterior areas to deter incidents while maintaining a welcoming environment for residents and staff.

The role emphasizes clear communication, professional responses to security concerns, and coordination with site staff and emergency responders. Schedule is part-time across daytime and evening shifts.

Qualifications

• Be at least 18 years old for unarmed roles; 21+ for armed roles.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Background check conducted as per federal, state, and local laws.
• Drug screen required where permitted by law.
• Licensing requirements may apply by state or local regulations.
• Valid driver’s license required for driving positions only.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to residents, visitors, staff and partners by following security procedures and policies.
• Respond calmly and professionally to incidents and concerns per reporting procedures.
• Conduct regular unarmed patrols of interiors, entrances, and exterior areas to deter unauthorized activity.
• Monitor access points and document visitor activity and incidents in reports.
• Maintain a respectful, trauma‑informed environment and coordinate with site staff and emergency responders.

Skills

Customer service

Effective communication

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 Patrol in BRONX, NY, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Shelter, and more. 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 an Unarmed Security Officer at a shelter location, you will monitor and patrol assigned areas, maintain a visible presence to help deter incidents, and support a welcoming environment for residents, visitors, and staff. You will provide exceptional customer service, communicate clearly, and respond professionally to security‑related concerns. Join Allied Universal, where teamwork, integrity, innovation, and a people‑first culture guide every shift.

Position Type: Part Time

Pay Rate: $17.00 / Hour

Job Schedule:

DayTimeThur04:00 PM - 12:00 AMFri04:00 PM - 12:00 AMSat04:00 PM - 12:00 AM

What You’ll Do:

• Provide customer service to residents, visitors, staff, and community partners by carrying out security‑related procedures, site‑specific policies, and emergency response activities at a shelter location.
• Respond to incidents, resident concerns, and critical situations in a calm, respectful, problem-solving manner, following established escalation and reporting procedures.
• Conduct regular and random unarmed patrols of interior common areas, entrances, exterior grounds, and perimeter to help to deter unauthorized activity and identify security‑related concerns.
• Monitor access points, verify authorized entry as directed by site policies, and document visitor activity, incidents, and unusual observations in required reports.
• Support a respectful, trauma‑informed environment by maintaining professional communication and coordinating with site staff and emergency responders when appropriate.

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

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.