Security Officer Transitional Shelter

Security Officer Transitional Shelter Job in Jamaica, New York

Jamaica, New York Position Type: Full Time Shift Type: Morning, Afternoon Req ID: 2026-1639154 Work Days Available: Wednesday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday Date posted: 07/22/2026

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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 Unarmed Transitional Shelter in Jamaica, NY, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Transitional Shelters. As an Unarmed Patrol Officer at a shelter location, you will monitor and patrol assigned areas, stay visible to help deter security-related incidents, and support residents, staff, and visitors with exceptional customer service and communication. This role offers the chance to make a meaningful impact while working with Allied Universal, where agile, reliable, and innovative teams put people first and act with integrity every day.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $18.87 / Hour

Job Schedule:

DayTimeWed07:30 AM - 03:30 PMFri03:30 PM - 11:30 PMSat03:30 PM - 11:30 PMSun03:30 PM - 11:30 PM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to residents, visitors, and/or staff by carrying out site-specific procedures, access-related policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities within a shelter location.
• Respond to incidents, disturbances, and/or critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, documenting relevant details and communicating with site contacts as needed.
• Conduct regular and random patrols throughout the building, common areas, entry points, and perimeter to help identify unusual activity and/or conditions that may require attention.
• Monitor entrances, exits, and resident or visitor movement in accordance with site policies, helping to support order and appropriate use of the location.
• Complete routine reports, logs, and other assigned records related to patrol activity, incidents, and/or security-related concerns observed during the shift.

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.

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 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.

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: www.aus.com.

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: www.aus.com/offices.

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