About The Role

We are currently hiring a part-time Security Officer for a client site in Troy, NY.

Schedule

Friday: 2200-0800 (10:00 PM – 8:00 AM), Sunday and Monday 0000-0800 (12:00 AM – 8:00 AM)
26 hours per week

Pay Rate

$19.00 per hour

We are seeking a dependable and professional Security Officer for a challenging assignment at a transitional housing facility serving individuals experiencing homelessness. This role requires a calm, confident, and compassionate individual who can maintain a safe and respectful environment while responding appropriately to a variety of situations. Officers may encounter verbal disputes, substance use, medical emergencies, and other situations that require sound judgment and professionalism.

What You'll Do

Conduct regular walking patrols throughout the facility to maintain safety and security.
Monitor CCTV and other surveillance systems for unusual or suspicious activity.
Complete clear, detailed, and accurate daily activity logs and incident reports.
Remain alert and proactive in identifying and addressing potential safety concerns.
Respond appropriately to incidents, emergencies, and resident concerns.
Contact law enforcement, emergency medical services, or other first responders when necessary.
Work collaboratively with facility staff to promote a safe and respectful environment.
Observe, document, and report policy violations or unusual activity.

What We're Looking For

High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent required.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to de-escalate tense situations.
Professional demeanor and the ability to remain calm under pressure.
Excellent observation skills and attention to detail.
Dependable, punctual, and capable of working independently.
Comfort using basic technology, including CCTV systems and reporting tools.
Experience with incident reporting preferred.
Previous security, crisis response, behavioral health, or related experience strongly preferred.
Ability to interact with residents, staff, and visitors with dignity, respect, and professionalism.

Why Apply?

Consistent weekly schedule.
Weekly pay and competitive benefits for eligible employees.
Hands-on support and guidance throughout the NYS security licensing process.
First access to new opportunities as they become available.
Opportunities for growth, with many leadership positions filled internally.
Meaningful work that helps support a safe environment for vulnerable members of the community.

If you are reliable, observant, and committed to maintaining a safe and secure environment while treating others with dignity and respect, we encourage you to apply and join our team.

Security Officer

We help make your world a safer place.

Securitas is a global company that offers the most advanced and sustainable security solutions in the industry. We are located in 47 countries and have 355,000 employees worldwide and over 150,000 clients.

Securitas plays an essential role for our clients and in society. The Security Officer position helps maintain a safe and secure environment for our clients by actively monitoring the premises, including patrolling a variety of locations. They preserve order while enforcing regulations and directives for a client site pertaining to personnel, visitors, and the area. Frequently our Security Officers will provide customer service and information to a client’s employees and customers.

We are driven by a clear corporate culture and purpose, which helps us live according to our values of Integrity, Vigilance, and Helpfulness. These values are at the heart of our culture, help define who we are and guide our actions.

No experience necessary! If you have retail, food service or hospitality industry background you are a great fit for this role; if not, we will provide you with the training and everything you need for a great introduction to a career in the security industry.

Are you interested in being part of our Team?

Apply quickly and efficiently online
Interview from the convenience of your own home
Weekly pay
Competitive benefits
Flexible schedules

With over 80 years of protecting the things that matter, we’ve seen more than most. That’s why Securitas is the partner of choice for companies and an employer of choice for candidates worldwide.

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“Securitas is committed to diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other applicable legally protected characteristic.”