Security Officer Ferry Terminal

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 Ferry Terminal Patrol in New York, NY, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government, and more. Join Allied Universal as an Unarmed Patrol Officer supporting a government transportation location, where you will monitor and patrol assigned areas, remain visible to help discourage security-related incidents, and assist visitors with professionalism and clear communication. In this dynamic setting, you will contribute to daily operations through teamwork, integrity, and a people-first approach while delivering reliable service in a fast-moving public environment.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $18.87 / Hour

Job Schedule:

What You'll Do:

Provide customer service to visitors, passengers, and staff by following site-specific procedures, access protocols, and security-related policies at a government transportation location.
• Respond to incidents, disturbances, and emergency situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, and report details to site contacts and/or public agency representatives as needed.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of terminals, waiting areas, entry points, perimeter locations, and other assigned spaces to help identify unusual activity and/or maintenance or security-related concerns.
• Monitor pedestrian traffic, observe restricted and public areas, and help to deter unauthorized access, disorderly conduct, and/or prohibited activity through visible presence and routine observation.
• Document daily activities, incidents, and notable conditions, and communicate clearly with supervisors, client representatives, and/or first responders when appropriate.

Minimum Requirements:

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

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