Security Officer - Visitor Screening Post - Midtown East

Allied Universal • New York, NY

5d • $18 • Onsite

About The Position

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. As a Security Officer - Visitor Screening Post in Midtown East, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries. 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. As a Screener with Allied Universal at a high-profile worship and visitor location, you will greet guests, conduct entry screening, check bags and belongings as required, and support orderly access during services and events. You will stay visible, communicate clearly with staff and visitors, and report security-related concerns promptly. Bring an agile, reliable, and innovative mindset, a caring people-first approach, teamwork, and integrity to every interaction.

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.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to visitors and staff by following security-related procedures, site-specific policies and/or emergency response activities.
• Conduct entry screening activities such as checking bags and packages, monitoring walk-through screening equipment when assigned, and directing visitors through established screening lanes.
• Verify access credentials when required, manage visitor flow at entry points, and report access issues and/or policy violations to site leadership.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including contacting emergency services and completing required reports.
• Conduct regular and random patrols around the location and perimeter, monitor for suspicious activity, and communicate observations to appropriate personnel.

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 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.

What This Job Offers

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