Security Officer - Shelter Foot Rounds

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 Foot Rounds in Jamaica, NY, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Shelter, and more. As an unarmed Patrol Officer at a shelter location, you will monitor and patrol assigned areas, conduct routine rounds, and stay visible to help to deter security-related incidents. You will support staff and residents with clear communication, quick reporting, and respectful customer service. Backed by Allied Universal, you will bring integrity, teamwork, and an agile, caring approach to every shift while helping maintain a secure environment.

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 staff, residents, visitors, and/or vendors by carrying out security-related procedures, location-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including disputes, disturbances, medical calls, and/or fire or alarm activations, and communicate updates to site leadership and/or responding agencies as needed.
• Conduct regular and random foot and/or vehicle patrols of the shelter location, including interior common areas, exterior grounds, entrances, exits, stairwells, and/or parking areas, to help to deter unauthorized activity and identify hazards or maintenance concerns.
• Control access to the location by monitoring entry points, assisting with visitor check-in as directed, and confirming authorization for entry, services, and/or deliveries per site-specific policy.
• Monitor cameras, alarm panels, and/or other security-related systems when assigned, and report unusual activity, malfunctioning equipment, and/or policy violations through the appropriate channels.
• Complete detailed daily activity reports and incident reports, including accurate descriptions, times, and actions taken, and maintain required logs such as patrol tours, visitor logs, and/or key control logs.
• Provide support during resident intakes, discharges, and/or curfew periods as directed, including observing common areas and coordinating with onsite staff regarding behavioral concerns.
• Support de-escalation efforts by maintaining a professional presence, using clear verbal direction when appropriate, and requesting additional assistance when needed.
• Assist with emergency evacuations and/or shelter-in-place procedures as directed by site policy, and help guide residents and visitors to designated areas.
• Follow post orders, communication protocols, and uniform standards, and participate in required training and briefings provided by Allied Universal and/or the location.

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.

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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