Security Officer Residential Shelter

Alliedbarton Security Services; New York (NY); On-site; USD 21,000 - 31,000; Part time

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Job summary

Allied Universal is seeking a Part-Time Security Officer at a Residential Shelter location in Long Island City, NY. The role focuses on protecting residents and staff, maintaining a visible security presence, and delivering exceptional customer service.

The position requires a NYS Security Guard License, 1+ year security experience, and compliance with background checks and possible drug screening. Flexible day-time schedule and earnings of $18.87 per hour are offered.

Qualifications

• Possess a valid New York State Security Guard License.
• Have at least 1 year of security-related experience.
• X-Ray screening experience is preferred.
• Be at least 18 years of age for unarmed roles; 21+ years 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 laws.
• Allied Universal will consider qualified applications with criminal histories in a manner consistent with laws.
• As a condition of employment, applicants will be subject to a drug screen where permitted by law.
• Licensing requirements are subject to state/local laws and may be required prior to employment.
• A valid driver’s license will be required for driving positions only.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to residents, visitors, and staff by carrying out security-related procedures and emergency response activities.
• Conduct regular unarmed patrols through residential common areas, building interiors, exterior grounds, entrances, and perimeter areas to identify hazards.
• Monitor access points and visitor activity and document observations, escalating concerns to appropriate personnel.
• Respond to incidents and resident concerns calmly and follow established protocols.
• Prepare accurate daily activity and incident reports and communicate information to site leadership.

Skills

Customer service

Patrols

Emergency response

Documentation

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 Shelter in Long Island City, NY, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Residential Shelter. 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. Learn more: aus.com/earnmore. As an Unarmed Patrol Officer with Allied Universal, you will monitor and patrol a residential location, maintain a visible presence to help deter incidents, and support residents, visitors, and staff with exceptional customer service and communication. You will report security-related concerns and contribute to a welcoming environment through teamwork, integrity, reliability, and a caring, people-first approach.

Position Type: Part Time

Pay Rate: $18.87 / Hour

Job Schedule:

DayTimeMon12:00 AM - 08:00 AMTue12:00 AM - 08:00 AMSun12:00 AM - 08:00 AM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to residents, visitors, and staff by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and emergency response activities when appropriate.
• Conduct regular and random unarmed patrols throughout residential common areas, building interiors, exterior grounds, entrances, and perimeter areas to help identify and report unusual activity or hazards.
• Monitor access points and visitor activity in accordance with site-specific procedures, documenting observations and escalating concerns to appropriate personnel.
• Respond to incidents, resident concerns, and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem-solving manner while following established protocols.
• Prepare accurate daily activity reports, incident reports, and patrol documentation, communicating relevant information to site leadership and Allied Universal management.

Minimum Requirements:

• Possess a valid New York State Security Guard License.
• Have at least 1 year of security-related experience.
• X-Ray screening 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:

• 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.

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.