Access Control & Patrol Security Officer - Poughkeepsie, NY - $21.00/hr.

We are currently seeking professional and dependable Security Officers to join our team at a high-profile commercial construction site in Poughkeepsie, NY. These positions offer opportunities in both access control/gate operations and security patrols. We are looking for officers who are reliable, professional, observant, and comfortable interacting with employees, contractors, visitors, and vendors.

About the role

Depending on your assigned post, responsibilities may include:

• Monitor and control access to the property
• Verify employees, contractors, vendors, and visitors
• Monitor entry and exit points
• Maintain accurate visitor and access records
• Conduct scheduled security patrols
• Monitor site activity and identify potential security concerns
• Respond appropriately to incidents and emergencies
• Prepare detailed daily activity and incident reports
• Enforce site security policies and procedures
• Provide professional customer service to employees, contractors, and visitors
• Maintain a visible and professional security presence
• Communicate security concerns to site management and the security team

Requirements

• Active NYS Driver’s License
• Clean driving record
• High School Diploma or GED equivalent (proof of education required)
• Valid NYS Security Guard License strongly preferred
• Previous security, access control, construction site, corporate, or customer service experience is a plus
• Strong communication and observation skills
• Professional appearance and demeanor
• Reliable attendance and punctuality
• Ability to remain alert and attentive throughout the assigned shift

Important Security License Requirement: A valid NYS Security Guard License is strongly preferred. If you previously held a NYS Security Guard License that has expired, we cannot consider you for these positions, as the renewal/relicensing process may take approximately 3–4 months.

Schedule

Patrol Officer Positions

• Saturday–Sunday: 8:00 AM–4:00 PM | 16 hours/week
• Friday–Tuesday: 4:00 PM–12:00 AM | 40 hours/week
• Sunday–Tuesday: 12:00 AM–8:00 AM + Wednesday–Thursday: 4:00 PM–12:00 AM | 40 hours/week
• Wednesday–Saturday: 12:00 AM–8:00 AM | 32 hours/week

Access Control / Gate Officer Positions

• Monday–Wednesday: 7:00 AM–5:00 PM | 30 hours/week — 2 openings
• Monday–Thursday: 7:00 AM–5:00 PM | 40 hours/week — 2 openings
• Thursday–Saturday: 7:00 AM–5:00 PM | 30 hours/week — 2 openings
• Friday–Saturday: 7:00 AM–5:00 PM | 20 hours/week — 2 openings

Pay

$21.00/hour

Benefits

• Retirement plan
• Employer-provided medical and dental coverage
• Company-paid life insurance
• Voluntary life and disability insurance
• Employee assistance plan
• Securitas Saves discount program
• Paid holidays
• Paid time away from work (may be available either through a combination of vacation and sick time or under a PTO policy, depending on local requirements)

Additionally, some populations may have the availability of accessing earned wages on a daily basis, prior to payday. Restrictions and fees may apply. Certain waiting periods may also apply. Benefits may be different for union members.