Security Officer Transitional Housing

Job Description

Job Description

Overview

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.

Job Description

As a Security Officer P/T Transitional Shelter in Jamaica, NY , you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Shelters.Join a leading team where flexibility meets opportunity. As a Part-Time Security Officer, you can build a schedule that works for you and explore new roles using our Claim a Shift platform. Learn more: aus.com/earnmore. Join Allied Universal as an unarmed officer in a shelter location, where you will monitor and patrol assigned areas, remain visible to help deter security-related incidents, and support residents, staff, and visitors with exceptional customer service and communication. This role is ideal for someone who values teamwork, acts with integrity, and brings a caring, agile, and reliable approach to each shift.

Position Type: Part Time

Pay Rate: $18.87 / Hour

Job Schedule:

DayTimeFri11:30 PM - 07:30 AMSat11:30 PM - 07:30 AMSun11:30 PM - 07:30 AM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to residents, staff, and visitors by carrying out site-specific procedures, access-related policies, and/or emergency response activities appropriate to the location.
• Respond to incidents, disturbances, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, documenting observations and reporting security-related concerns to site leadership and/or Allied Universal management.
• Conduct regular and random patrols throughout the property, common areas, entry points, and perimeter to help to deter unauthorized activity and identify unusual conditions.
• Monitor entrances, exits, and visitor activity in accordance with location procedures, helping to support orderly operations and appropriate access for authorized individuals.
• Assist with de-escalation support, resident interactions, and incident follow-up while maintaining professionalism and clear communication in a shelter environment.

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.
• F02 Fire Guard beneficial

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 Benefits: Participate in our retirement savings plan to invest in your future.
• Exclusive Perks: Enjoy discounts on top brands and services through our Perks Program.

Licensed by the New York State Department of State

Closing

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:

If you have difficulty using the online system and require an alternate method to apply or require an accommodation, please contact our local Human Resources department. To find an office near you, please visit:

Requisition ID

2026-1636998