Security Officer Front Desk Access - Historcial Services

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 Front Desk Access Services in New York, NY, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Cultural Institutions, and more. As a Front Desk Security Professional at a cultural institution, you will welcome visitors, manage access control, screen guests and belongings as needed, and provide outstanding customer service. You will remain visible, respond to security-related concerns, and help create a welcoming environment for all. Allied Universal values agile, reliable, and innovative professionals who put people first, work as a team, and act with integrity.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $20.00 - $21.00 / Hour

Job Schedule:

DayTimeMon03:00 PM - 11:00 PMTue03:00 PM - 11:00 PMWed03:00 PM - 11:00 PMThur03:00 PM - 11:00 PMFri03:00 PM - 11:00 PM

What You'll Do:

• Provide a welcoming, professional front desk presence for visitors, members, staff, and guests at a cultural institution while carrying out security-related procedures and site-specific policies.
• Verify visitor access, issue and collect credentials as applicable, maintain visitor logs, and communicate access requirements in a courteous manner.
• Monitor entry activity, cameras, alarms, and other security-related systems from the front desk, reporting unusual conditions or concerns according to established procedures.
• Respond to incidents, visitor concerns, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, coordinating with appropriate site contacts and/or emergency responders.
• Support a respectful environment for worship, cultural programming, events, and daily operations by providing clear directions and maintaining professional communication.

Minimum Requirements:

• Have at least 1 year of security-related experience.
• Customer service experience is preferred.
• Comfortable use of a computer or tablet is preferred.
• X-ray screening experience is preferred.
• Access control and badge 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 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.

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.

Requisition ID

2026-1698996