Security Officer - Secure Entry Checkpoint

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 - Secure Entry Checkpoint in Bronx, NY, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Utilities, and more. Join Allied Universal at a critical utilities location where you will manage access control, greet employees and visitors, verify credentials, and maintain accurate entry logs. You will monitor assigned areas, conduct routine patrols, and respond to security-related concerns with calm, clear communication. In a fast-moving environment, you will bring strong customer service while supporting a caring, people-first culture built on integrity, teamwork, and innovative thinking.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $22.00 / 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:

• Provide customer service by following access control procedures, site-specific policies, and/or emergency response activities at a utilities location.
• Control entry and exit for employees, contractors, and visitors by verifying identification, confirming authorization, issuing visitor credentials, and maintaining accurate access logs.
• Conduct vehicle and/or package screening as directed, help to deter unauthorized items, and coordinate deliveries and contractor check-in per post orders.
• Monitor alarms, cameras, and other systems as assigned, document security-related events, and communicate status updates to site contacts and Allied Universal leadership.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including initiating notifications, supporting evacuations and/or lockdowns as directed, and completing required reports.

Minimum Requirements:

• Possess a New York State Security Guard License.
• Be at least 21 years of age.
• Customer service experience is preferred.
• 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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