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 - Academic Building Entry in Queens, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Education, and more. As a Front Desk Security Professional with Allied Universal at an educational location, you will be the first point of contact, welcoming visitors and assisting students, faculty, and staff. You will help to deter security-related incidents by maintaining a visible presence and providing exceptional customer service. Join a team that values integrity, teamwork, and innovation while making a positive impact in a dynamic and caring environment.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $18.80 / Hour

Job Schedule:

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.

What You'll Do:

• Greet and assist visitors, students, faculty, and staff at the front desk, providing a welcoming presence and customer service.
• Monitor access to the location, verifying identification and visitor credentials as required by site-specific policies.
• Maintain awareness of surroundings to help to deter unauthorized activity in the immediate area.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, following established protocols.
• Communicate professionally with all individuals on site, providing information and guidance as needed.
• Document and report security-related incidents, unusual activity, or emergencies to Allied Universal management and/or site leadership.
• Support emergency response activities as directed by Allied Universal and/or site-specific procedures.

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.

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.

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