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Security Officer - Experienced Shelter Patrol

Brooklyn, New York

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Security Officer - Experienced Shelter Patrol

Brooklyn, New York Position Type: Part Time Shift Type: Afternoon, Evening, Overnight Req ID: 2026-1528424 Work Days Available: Wednesday, Thursday, Friday Date posted: 02/04/2026
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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 - Experienced Shelter Patrol in Brooklyn, NY, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Shelter, and more. 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 an Unarmed Patrol Officer at a shelter location, you will monitor and patrol assigned areas, complete routine rounds, and stay highly visible to help reduce security-related incidents. You will document observations, communicate clearly with staff and guests, and respond to concerns with calm, customer-focused service. At Allied Universal, you will be supported by a caring culture that puts people first, delivering through teamwork with integrity in an agile, reliable, and innovative environment.


Position Type: Part Time

Pay Rate: $17.00 / Hour

Job Schedule:

DayTime
Wed12:00 AM - 08:00 AM
Thur12:00 AM - 08:00 AM
Fri04:00 PM - 12:00 AM

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.

What You'll Do:

  • Provide customer service by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities at a shelter location.
  • Conduct regular and random unarmed patrols of interior common areas, exterior grounds, and perimeter to help to identify unusual activity, unsecured doors, and/or maintenance concerns.
  • Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including de-escalating conflicts and coordinating with onsite staff and/or local responders as needed.
  • Monitor access points and visitor flow, assist with check-in expectations as directed by site policy, and report unauthorized persons and/or policy violations.
  • Complete detailed written reports and incident documentation, communicate important observations to supervisors and site contacts, and participate in shift briefings and/or passdowns.

Minimum Requirements:

  • Have at least 1 year of security-related experience.
  • The client requires proof of high school diploma and/or GED.
  • Be at least 21 years of age.
  • Be comfortable using a computer or tablet preferred.
  • CPR certification preferred.
  • 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.

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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Career Path

Allied Universal offers many career paths to support your immediate and future success.

  • Regional President
  • Regional Vice President
  • General Manager
  • Branch Manager
  • Director of Operations
  • Client Manager
  • Operations Manager
  • Field Supervisor
  • Shift Supervisor
  • Security Professional
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Rewards

  • Employee Assistance Program

  • Employee Discount Program

  • Tuition Discount Program

  • Training & Career Development Programs

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