Security Officer Residential Shelter

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 $18.87/Hr.

Job Description

As a Security Officer Residential Shelter in Bronx, NY, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Resident Shelters. Join Allied Universal as an unarmed patrol officer at a shelter location, where you will monitor assigned areas, conduct routine patrols, and remain visible to help deter security-related incidents. In this people-first role, you will support residents, staff, and visitors through strong communication and customer service while bringing reliability, integrity, and teamwork to each shift in a dynamic environment.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $18.87 / Hour

Job Schedule:

DayTimeWed07:30 AM - 03:30 PMThur07:30 AM - 03:30 PMSat07:30 AM - 03:30 PMSun07:30 AM - 03:30 PM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to residents, visitors, and/or staff by carrying out security-related procedures, location-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities within a shelter setting.
• Respond to incidents, disturbances, and/or critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, documenting observations and sharing updates with site contacts and Allied Universal leadership.
• Conduct regular and random patrols throughout the location, including common areas, entrances, exits, hallways, and perimeter areas, helping to deter unwanted activity and/or policy violations.
• Monitor access points and verify authorized entry for residents, guests, vendors, and/or staff in accordance with site procedures, helping to support orderly operations at the location.
• Observe and report maintenance concerns, suspicious activity, rule infractions, and/or unusual conditions that could affect residents, staff, or daily shelter operations.

Minimum Requirements:

• 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.
• F02 Fire Guard beneficial

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.