Security Officer - Community Information Center

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.

Pay Rate

USD $19.30/Hr.

Job Description

As a Security Officer - Public Research Library, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries. Join Allied Universal as an unarmed Patrol Officer at a prominent public library location, where you will monitor assigned areas, conduct routine patrols, remain visible to help discourage security-related incidents, and support a welcoming environment through strong customer service and communication. In this role, you will be part of a caring, agile team that values reliability, integrity, and innovation while serving staff, visitors, and the community.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $19.30 / Hour

Job Schedule:

DayTimeTue12:30 PM - 09:30 PMWed12:30 PM - 09:30 PMThur12:30 PM - 09:30 PMFri11:30 AM - 08:30 PM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service by carrying out site-specific procedures, access guidelines, and/or emergency response activities appropriate to the location.
• Respond to incidents, disturbances, and/or critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, documenting observations and reporting security-related concerns to the appropriate personnel.
• Conduct regular and random patrols throughout public areas, staff spaces, and the exterior perimeter to help to deter unwanted activity and note unusual conditions.
• Monitor entrances, exits, and visitor activity, offering directions and assistance while helping to support orderly operations within a public-facing cultural and educational location.
• Assist with de-escalation, crowd management, and/or policy reminders during busy periods, special programs, and daily operations.

Minimum Requirements:

• A New York State Security Guard License is required.
• Access control and badge experience is preferred.
• A state, county, or city issued security license is preferred.
• Customer service experience is preferred.
• Comfort using a computer or tablet 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.

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.