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Security Guard Full Time Family Shelter Job in New York, New York

New York, New York Position Type: Full Time Shift Type: Afternoon Req ID: 2026-1652814 Work Days Available: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Saturday Date posted: 08/10/2026
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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 Guard Full Time Licensed Unarmed Incident Response Patrol in NEW YORK, NY, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government, and more. As an Unarmed Patrol Officer at a government services location, you will monitor and patrol assigned areas, maintain a visible presence to help deter incidents, and support a welcoming environment for staff and visitors. You will provide exceptional customer service, communicate clearly, and respond to security-related concerns with professionalism. Join Allied Universal’s agile, reliable team, where people come first and integrity guides every interaction.


Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $18.87 / Hour

Job Schedule:

DayTime
Mon04:00 PM - 12:00 AM
Tue04:00 PM - 12:00 AM
Wed04:00 PM - 12:00 AM
Sat04:00 PM - 12:00 AM

What You'll Do:

  • Provide customer service to residents, visitors, staff, and agency partners by carrying out site-specific security-related procedures, policies, and emergency response activities at a government service location.
  • Respond to incidents, resident concerns, disturbances, and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem-solving manner, escalating matters in accordance with site procedures.
  • Conduct regular and random unarmed patrols of assigned interior areas, exterior grounds, entrances, exits, and perimeter to help to deter unauthorized activity and identify potential concerns.
  • Monitor access points, verify authorized entry as directed, maintain awareness of visitor activity, and report suspicious activity or policy violations to appropriate personnel.
  • Prepare accurate reports, maintain required logs, and communicate relevant observations, incidents, and shift information to supervisors and site representatives.

Minimum Requirements:

  • Possess a New York State Security Guard License.
  • Have at least 1 year of security-related experience.
  • Provide proof of a high school diploma or GED.
  • 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.

Licensed by the New York State Department of State



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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