Security Officer Shelter Access Control

Allied Universal; New York (NY); On-site; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart Tools

Career Growth

Retirement savings plan

Perks Program

Job summary

Allied Universal in the Bronx, NY is seeking a Part-Time Security Officer for Shelter Access Control. You will protect residents and visitors, monitor access, and respond to incidents while following post orders to ensure safety.

Role offers a flexible schedule, with pay at $17.00 per hour and opportunities to expand responsibilities via our shift-claim platform. Required: 18+ years, high school diploma, background check, and drug screen where permitted.

Qualifications

• Provide customer service to residents, visitors, staff and service providers.
• Follow site policies and emergency procedures precisely.
• Maintain logs and report incidents accurately.

Responsibilities

• Monitor access points and verify authorization for entry.
• Conduct regular patrols of interior and exterior areas.
• Document observations, incidents, and daily activity reports.
• Communicate with site personnel and public agencies as needed.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Observation

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.

As a Security Officer Shelter Access Control 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.

Position Type: Part Time

Pay Rate: $17.00 / Hour

Job Schedule:

• Wed: 04:00 PM - 12:00 AM
• Thu: 04:00 PM - 12:00 AM

What You’ll Do:

• Provide customer service to residents, visitors, staff, and service providers by carrying out security-related procedures, site‑specific policies, and emergency response activities as appropriate.
• Monitor access points, verify authorization for entry, maintain visitor logs, and help control access to designated areas within the shelter location.
• Respond to incidents, resident concerns, and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem‑solving manner, following established post orders and escalation procedures.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of assigned interior and exterior areas, including entrances, common areas, and the perimeter, while documenting observations and irregularities.
• Communicate professionally with site personnel and public agencies as needed, and complete accurate incident reports, daily activity reports, and other required documentation.

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

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.