About the Role
As a Security Officer Residential Shelter in Jamaica, NY, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Residential Shelters. You will monitor and patrol assigned areas, maintain a visible presence to help deter security-related incidents, and support a welcoming environment for residents, staff, and visitors. You will provide exceptional customer service, communicate clearly, and respond professionally to concerns.
Responsibilities
- Provide customer service to residents, visitors, staff, and service providers by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities at a shelter location.
- Monitor access points, verify visitor authorization in accordance with site procedures, and document entries, exits, and unusual activity.
- Respond to incidents, resident concerns, and critical situations in a calm, respectful, problem-solving manner, notifying appropriate site personnel and/or emergency services as directed.
- Conduct regular and random patrols of interior common areas, exterior grounds, entrances, and perimeter areas to help deter unauthorized activity and identify security-related concerns.
- Prepare clear, accurate incident reports and daily activity logs, and communicate observations to site leadership and Allied Universal supervision.
Requirements
- Be at least 18 years of age for unarmed roles.
- Possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
- Applicants will be subject to a background investigation in accordance with all federal, state, and local laws.
- 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.
Location
- Jamaica, NY
Work Type
- Full Time
Education Level
- High school diploma or equivalent
Salary/Compensations
- $18.87 / Hour
Benefits
- Access to our exclusive technology to view and claim additional shifts to earn more.
- Get paid training and access to career growth opportunities.
- Access to a retirement savings plan, plus medical, dental, vision, basic life and AD&D, and disability insurance.
- Discounts on top brands and services through our Perks Program.
About the Company
- 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.
- Join Allied Universal’s caring, agile, reliable, and innovative team, where integrity and teamwork guide every shift.
Equal Opportunity
- 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.
