Security Officer Flex Unarmed Roving Patrol

About the role

The Security Professional Branch Flex Officer serves and safeguards clients across a wide range of industries, including healthcare, education, finance, retail, and more. This role offers hands-on experience, diverse work environments, and the opportunity to build a strong foundation with a leader in the security industry. You can expect to work 30–40 hours per week with 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 the Earn More, Claim-A-Shift self-scheduling program. Shifts, days, locations, and assignments change regularly, making this ideal for individuals who are adaptable, dependable, and ready to take on new challenges. You will be assigned to work irregular shifts with little to no advance notice to support client needs. As a Security Officer Flex Unarmed Roving Patrol 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 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

• Must be available to work varying shifts, including holidays, nights, and weekends
• Must have reliable transportation
• Must be available for last-minute shift scheduling
• Must be able to travel required distances
• Customer service experience 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

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 is only paid out where required by law)
• Employee perks: discounts at restaurants, entertainment venues, and more through the perks program

Pay

$18.87 per hour

Schedule

30–40 hours per week. Schedule varies week to week based on manager-assigned shifts and self-scheduled shifts via the Earn More, Claim-A-Shift program. Shifts, days, locations, and assignments change regularly. Must be available for irregular shifts with little to no advance notice, including holidays, nights, and weekends.