Security Officer - Armed Patrol Unit

Allied Universal • Buffalo, NY

22h • $21 • Onsite

About The Position

As a Security Officer - Armed Patrol Unit in Buffalo, NY, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Tech/Media/Telecom, and more. As an Unarmed Patrol Officer at a leading tech and media location, you will monitor and patrol assigned areas, conduct routine rounds, stay highly visible to help to deter security-related concerns, and respond to calls for assistance. You will document observations, support access control, and deliver customer service with clear communication. At Allied Universal, you will bring agility, reliability, and integrity to a team that puts people first.

Requirements

• Have 1+ years' armed security, law enforcement, and/or military experience.
• 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.

Nice To Haves

• Customer service experience is preferred.
• A guard card and/or license is preferred.
• CPR and/or First Aid is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to staff, visitors, and contractors by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities at a tech and media location.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of offices, studios, production areas, parking areas, and perimeter points, documenting observations and reporting maintenance and/or security-related concerns.
• Monitor access points and controlled areas, verify identification and/or visitor authorization as required, and assist with visitor management and traffic flow during busy arrival and departure periods.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including disturbances, medical events, and alarms, and coordinate notifications and response steps per site protocols.
• Complete written and/or electronic reports, incident documentation, and daily activity logs, and communicate timely updates to site contacts and Allied Universal supervision.

Benefits

• 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 and Health Benefits: Enjoy access to a retirement savings plan, plus medical, dental, vision, basic life and AD&D, and disability insurance.
• Exclusive Perks: Enjoy discounts on top brands and services through our Perks Program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED