Security Officer - Government Complex - Full Time

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- Government Complex - Full Time in New York, NY, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government, and more. As an unarmed Patrol Officer with Allied Universal at a government location, you will conduct routine patrols of assigned areas, remain highly visible to help reduce security-related incidents, and support access points with strong customer service and communication. You will document observations, report concerns, and work closely with site teams to keep operations running smoothly. Join a company that is agile, reliable, innovative, people-first, and driven by teamwork and integrity.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $18.02 / Hour

Job Schedule:

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.

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to clients, staff, residents, and visitors by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities at a government service location.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of interior and exterior areas, including entrances, common areas, and perimeter routes, helping to identify unusual conditions and/or policy violations.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including de-escalating conflicts when appropriate and requesting assistance from supervisors and/or public responders as needed.
• Monitor access points and visitor flow by checking identification and/or credentials as required, controlling entry and exit, and directing individuals to appropriate areas in accordance with site procedures.
• Document patrols, incidents, and observations in written reports and/or electronic systems, and communicate status updates to Allied Universal supervision and site management.

Minimum Requirements:

• Have at least 6 months of security-related experience.
• Provide proof of a high school diploma and/or GED as required by the client.
• Access control and badge experience is preferred.
• A guard card and/or license 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.

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.

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