Security Officer Flex Patrol - Open Availability

About the role

Allied Universal®, North America’s leading security and facility services company, offers rewarding careers that provide 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.

The Security Professional Branch Flex Officer will serve and safeguard clients across a wide range of industries, including healthcare, education, finance, retail, and more. In this role, you can expect to work 30–40 hours per week, offering steady income and opportunities for growth. Your schedule will vary week to week, based on a combination of manager-assigned shifts and those you pick up through our Earn More, Claim-A-Shift self-scheduling program. Shifts, days, locations, and assignments will change regularly, making this an ideal opportunity for individuals who are adaptable, dependable, and ready to take on new challenges. Please note that you will be assigned to work irregular shifts with little to no advance notice to support client needs. As a Security Officer Flex Branch Patrol Availability in New York, NY, you’ll expand your skillset, gain exposure to a variety of sites, and position yourself for advancement within the company.

Responsibilities

• Perform security patrols of designated areas on foot or in vehicle
• Watch for irregular or unusual conditions that may create security concerns or safety hazards
• Sound alarms or call police or fire department in case of fire or presence of unauthorized persons
• Warn violators of rule infractions, such as loitering, smoking, or carrying forbidden articles
• Permit authorized persons to enter property and monitor entrances and exits
• Observe departing personnel to protect against theft of company property and ensure that authorized removal of property is conducted within appropriate client requirements
• Investigate and prepare reports on accidents, incidents, and suspicious activities; maintain written logs as required by the post
• Aid customers, employees, and visitors in a courteous and professional manner
• Make emergency notifications as necessary pursuant to site Post Orders

Requirements

• Be available to work varying shifts, including holidays, nights, and weekends
• Have reliable transportation
• Be available for last-minute shift scheduling
• Be able to travel required distances to work locations
• Be at least 18 years of age for unarmed roles; 21+ years of age for armed roles
• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent
• Pass 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)
• Pass a drug screen to the extent permitted by law
• Meet licensing requirements subject to state and/or local laws and regulations (may be required prior to employment)
• Hold a valid driver’s license (required for driving positions only)

Preferred qualifications

• Ability to speak, read, and write in multiple languages (e.g., Spanish, Portuguese, French, Arabic)
• Prior security, military, or law enforcement experience

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, basic life, AD&D, retirement plans, and disability insurance
• Seven holidays annually paid at time and a half, if worked
• 40 hours of vacation after one year of employment at eligible work assignments (unused vacation paid out only where required by law)
• Employee perks program with discounts at restaurants, entertainment venues, and more
• Flexible scheduling: choose from a variety of open shifts that align with your availability and lifestyle
• Career growth: clear path to full-time roles and ongoing advancement through paid training programs
• Smart tools: exclusive technology for real-time shift visibility and claiming

Pay

$18.87 per hour

Schedule

30–40 hours per week; shifts vary week to week with manager-assigned shifts and self-scheduling via the Earn More, Claim-A-Shift program. Irregular shifts with little to no advance notice; includes holidays, nights, and weekends.

Licensed by the New York State Department of State. Requisition ID 2026-1708771.