Posted 12 days ago

Security Officer - Flex Patrol Specialist

Allied Universal
Pay $19.30 per hour
Location New York, New York, 10004, United States
Contract time Part time

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5.6

Rated 5.6 out of 10, based on 2,215 employees who took the Breakroom Quiz

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  • People enjoy this job
  • Recommended by students
  • Paid breaks
  • Respectful managers
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About Allied Universal

Allied Universal is a private security company. They provide security personnel, technology solutions, and emergency response services.

Job description from Allied Universal

Job Description

Job DescriptionOverview

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.

Job Description

As a Security Officer - Flex Patrol Specialist in New York, NY, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Commercial Real Estate, and more. Join a leading team where flexibility meets opportunity. As a Flex 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. Join Allied Universal at a commercial real estate location as an unarmed patrol officer, monitoring and patrolling assigned areas to help support a secure environment. You will conduct routine rounds, stay visible to help discourage security-related incidents, assist tenants and visitors with clear communication, and document observations with attention to detail. Bring teamwork and integrity to every interaction in a caring, agile, reliable, and innovative culture.

Position Type: Flex

Pay Rate: $19.30 / Hour

Job Schedule:

DayTimeFri12:00 PM - 08:00 PMSat07:00 AM - 03:00 PM

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 to tenants, visitors, and contractors by following security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities at a commercial property.
  • Respond to incidents, alarms, and service calls in a calm, problem-solving manner, reporting concerns to site management and/or Allied Universal supervision as required.
  • Conduct regular and random foot patrols of interior common areas, exterior perimeters, parking areas, and access points to help to discourage unauthorized activity and/or property damage.
  • Monitor building activity, access control points, and surveillance systems as assigned, documenting observations and incidents in written and/or electronic reports.
  • Assist with traffic and pedestrian flow during deliveries, move-ins, and special events, providing directions and supporting compliance with property rules and/or post orders.

Minimum Requirements:

  • 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.

Closing

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.

Requisition ID

2026-1544412

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New York, New York, 10004, United States

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What employees say

Pay

    Good
  • Most people get paid breaks

    Do security officers at Allied Universal get paid breaks?

    Yes. Most people get paid breaks.

    How we know this

    78% of people say they get paid breaks.

    Based on data from 228 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between September 2025 and March 2026.

    Why this matters

    Good jobs pay you for your break time.

    You should get paid for all the time you’re at work, even when you’re on break.

  • Needs improving
  • Most people don’t get paid when they’re sick

    Does Allied Universal pay security officers when they’re sick?

    No. Most people don’t get paid when they’re sick.

    How we know this

    79% of people say they wouldn’t get paid if they were sick but scheduled to work.

    Based on data from 155 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2025 and March 2026.

    Why this matters

    Most US companies don’t have to pay you when you’re sick - only some states require it.

    But we believe a good job should pay you when you can’t work because you’re sick. Everyone gets sick sometimes.

  • Good
  • Most people don’t do unpaid extra work

    Do security officers at Allied Universal do extra work that they don't get paid for?

    Rarely. Most people don’t do unpaid extra work.

    How we know this

    76% of people report that they don’t do extra unpaid work.

    Based on data from 85 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between September 2025 and March 2026.

    Why this matters

    You should be paid for all the work you do.

    A good job pays you for every minute you spend working for your employer.

Hours and flexibility

    Needs improving
  • Less than 4 weeks notice of work schedule

    How far ahead of time do security officers find out their work schedule?

    Most people find out their schedule less than four weeks ahead of time.

    How we know this

    • 65% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts one week or less ahead of time.
    • 23% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts two weeks ahead of time.
    • 6% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts three weeks ahead of time.
    • 6% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts four weeks or more ahead of time.

    Based on data from 84 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between September 2025 and March 2026.

    Why this matters

    We believe your workplace should tell you your schedule at least 4 weeks ahead of time.

    You need to know when you’ll be working so you can plan your life and know how much money you’ll earn.

  • Okay
  • Some people worry about their hours

    Do security officers at Allied Universal worry about hours?

    Some people worry about getting enough hours.

    How we know this

    40% of people report they worry about getting enough hours.

    Based on data from 94 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between September 2025 and March 2026.

    Why this matters

    A good employer should give you the hours you need each week.

    You shouldn’t have to struggle or beg for work time.

  • Okay
  • Only some people can choose their shifts

    Do security officers at Allied Universal get to choose the shifts they work?

    Some people don’t get to choose which shifts they work.

    How we know this

    45% report that they don’t have enough control over which shifts they work.

    Based on data from 93 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between September 2025 and March 2026.

    Why this matters

    A good job is flexible around your personal life. This means you get a say in when you prefer to work.

  • Needs improving
  • Hard to change shifts

    How easy is it for security officers at Allied Universal to change shifts?

    Most people find it hard to change shifts.

    How we know this

    67% of people report that it’s hard to change shifts if they need to.

    Based on data from 67 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between September 2025 and March 2026.

    Why this matters

    A good job works with your personal life.

    It should be easy to change your schedule when you need to - both for emergencies and when you’re planning ahead.

  • Okay
  • Can be hard to get time off

    How easy is it for security officers to get time off at Allied Universal?

    Some people find it hard to get time off.

    How we know this

    53% of people report it’s hard to get time off.

    Based on data from 276 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between September 2025 and March 2026.

    Why this matters

    A good job should let you use your vacation time when you need it, and it shouldn’t be a hassle to arrange.

  • Okay
  • Schedules can get changed at the last minute

    Do Allied Universal managers change security officers schedules at the last minute?

    Some managers change people’s schedules at the last minute.

    How we know this

    36% of people say their manager changes their shift schedule at the last minute.

    Based on data from 89 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between September 2025 and March 2026.

    Why this matters

    If your bosses keep changing your schedule at the last minute, that shows they aren’t planning well.

    Good jobs don’t switch your hours around without warning.

  • Okay
  • Some people find it hard to take sick days

    How easy is it for security officers to take sick days at Allied Universal?

    Some people find it hard to take sick days.

    How we know this

    43% of people report that it’s hard to take time off if they are sick.

    Based on data from 149 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2025 and March 2026.

    Why this matters

    Everyone gets sick sometimes.

    You should be able to stay home when you need to get better.

    A good job should make it easy to take sick time and have clear steps for letting them know you’re sick.

  • Good
  • Most students say it’s good

    Is security officers at Allied Universal job good for students?

    Most students say this is a good place to work if you’re studying.

    How we know this

    81% of students report this is a good place to work if you’re studying.

    Based on data from 113 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2025 and March 2026.

  • Okay
  • Only some parents say it’s good

    Is working as security officers at Allied Universal good if you have caring responsibilities?

    Only some parents and caregivers say this is a good place to work.

    How we know this

    50% of people who care for a child or other relative report this isn’t a good place to work.

    Based on data from 78 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between September 2025 and March 2026.

    Why this matters

    A good job should understand when you need to take care of your kids or help sick family members. Your work should respect your family needs.

Benefits

    Okay
  • Only some people get separate paid time off for sick days and vacation

    At Allied Universal, are security officers’s sick days and vacation days separate paid time off?

    Only some people have separate paid time off for sick days and vacation.

    How we know this

    60% of people say they have to use vacation days when they’re out sick.

    Based on data from 166 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between September 2025 and March 2026.

    Why this matters

    Getting sick isn’t a vacation.

    You shouldn’t have to lose your time off just because you got sick or had a medical emergency.

    A good job gives you separate sick days so you can rest and get better without losing your paid time off allowance.

  • Okay
  • Only some part-timers get paid time off

    Do part-time security officers get paid time off at Allied Universal?

    Only some people who work part-time get paid time off.

    How we know this

    63% of people who work part-time say they don’t get paid time off

    Based on data from 63 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and March 2026.

    Why this matters

    Everyone should get paid time off, no matter if they work full-time or part-time.

    At a good job, you deserve all the same benefits, even if you work fewer hours.

  • Good
  • Most people say they can afford the health insurance

    Is the health insurance from Allied Universal cheap enough for security officers?

    Most people say the health insurance costs are okay.

    How we know this

    72% of people say the health insurance costs are okay

    Based on data from 156 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between September 2025 and March 2026.

    Why this matters

    Everyone needs medical care sometimes, but it costs a lot.

    A good job should offer health insurance that workers can actually afford.

  • Okay
  • Only some people get paid time off

    Do security officers get paid time off at Allied Universal?

    Some people get paid time off from work.

    How we know this

    40% of people say they don’t get paid time off.

    Based on data from 145 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2025 and March 2026.

    Why this matters

    Everyone needs time to rest and take care of life outside of work.

    A good employer offers paid time off so their workers can choose when to have a break or go to appointments without worrying about losing pay.

Workplace

    Good
  • Most people feel treated with respect

    Do security officers at Allied Universal feel treated with respect by their managers?

    Most people feel treated with respect by their managers.

    How we know this

    72% of people say they’re treated with respect by their managers.

    Based on data from 139 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2025 and March 2026.

    Why this matters

    Your boss should treat you with respect.

    No one at work should bully you or treat you unfairly.

    If you have a problem, you should be able to talk to someone else who can help.

  • Okay
  • Only some people get breaks without interruption

    Do security officers at Allied Universal get to take their breaks without interruption?

    Only some people get breaks without interruption.

    How we know this

    39% of people report that their breaks get interrupted.

    Based on data from 231 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between September 2025 and March 2026.

    Why this matters

    When you take a break it should be a proper rest. You should be able to do what you want to and not get pulled off it early.

  • Okay
  • Some people are stressed out

    Is it stressful for security officers to work at Allied Universal?

    Some people feel stressed out here.

    How we know this

    40% of people say they often feel stressed out at work.

    Based on data from 156 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2025 and March 2026.

    Why this matters

    Work can be hard sometimes, but you shouldn’t feel stressed all the time.

    Your boss should make sure there are enough people and resources to get the work done without feeling overwhelmed.

  • Good
  • Most people enjoy their job

    Do security officers at Allied Universal enjoy their jobs?

    Most people enjoy their job.

    How we know this

    70% of people report they enjoy their job.

    Based on data from 136 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2025 and March 2026.

  • Okay
  • Only some people recommend their team

    Do security officers at Allied Universal recommend working with their team?

    Only some people recommend working with their team.

    How we know this

    54% of people report that they wouldn’t recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.

    Based on data from 166 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2025 and March 2026.

    Why this matters

    The people you work with every day are important. They can make the difference between a bad day and a good one.

  • Okay
  • Only some people get enough training

    Do security officers get enough training when they start at Allied Universal?

    Some people didn’t get enough training when they started.

    How we know this

    44% of people report they didn’t get enough training when they started working here.

    Based on data from 153 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2025 and March 2026.

    Why this matters

    A good job should train you well from your first day, not just throw you into the deep end.

    Nobody can do their job well without proper training at the start.

  • Needs improving
  • Most people don’t get support to advance

    Do security officers get support to advance at Allied Universal?

    Most people aren’t given support to advance their career here.

    How we know this

    In the last year, 74% of people report not being given support to advance their career here.

    Based on data from 141 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2025 and March 2026.

    Why this matters

    A good job should help you grow, if you want to.

    This could mean getting better at your current job, learning new things, becoming a team leader, or taking on more duties.

    This helps you build skills and earn more money.

  • Needs improving
  • Headquarters doesn't understand what's happening

    Do security officers think Allied Universal’s headquarters understands what’s happening where they work?

    Most people think headquarters doesn’t understand what’s happening where they work.

    How we know this

    78% of people think that this employer’s headquarters or owners don’t have a good understanding of what’s really happening where they work.

    Based on data from 148 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2025 and March 2026.

    Why this matters

    In a good job, the people running the organization should support the workers who do the hands-on work.

    To do this well, they need to know what’s really happening at each location.

    This is extra important when an organization has many different sites.

  • Needs improving
  • Most people don’t feel well informed by headquarters

    Do security officers feel well informed about how Allied Universal is doing?

    Most people don’t feel well informed about how the company is doing.

    How we know this

    72% of people feel that they aren’t kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole.

    Based on data from 149 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2025 and March 2026.

    Why this matters

    A good employer shares news with all its workers.

    You should know how your employer is doing - both the good news and the problems.

    Managers should keep you updated about what’s happening.

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What Allied Universal employees say about their job

  • Best thing

    Making Money

    Worst thing

    The Drama and Lack Of Communication

    5.7

    Security officer at Allied Universal, February 2026

  • Best thing

    It's impossible to get fired

    Worst thing

    It's impossible to get fired. No raises or incentive to do a good job.

    5.2

    Security officer at Allied Universal, January 2026

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  • Best thing

    I work early and I’m off on weekends

    Worst thing

    I don’t have breaks and I work every holiday

    6.0

    Employee at Allied Universal, January 2026

  • Best thing

    Being in the environment of interesting events, picking when and where I work, Easy as long as you listen to directions

    Worst thing

    Not always easy to get hours at times, sometimes don’t have employee parking near venue, standing pretty much your entire shift, can’t go on phone when you’re just waiting by an exit for an event to end

    9.5

    Event staff at Allied Universal, November 2025

  • Best thing

    Clocking out

    Worst thing

    The management playing favorites, the lack of urgency when they’re told that you need a restroom break, them telling us we’re not entitled to a 15 minute break

    6.5

    Security officer at Allied Universal, November 2025

  • Best thing

    Most of my coworkers are nice to get along with and I have great bosses

    Worst thing

    Pay and having to do things that shouldn’t be our job

    6.9

    Security guard at Allied Universal, November 2025

  • Best thing

    Only work 3 days

    Worst thing

    The other employees

    6.2

    Shift supervisor at Allied Universal, November 2025

  • Best thing

    Work is year round

    Worst thing

    The double standards set forth by supervisors

    5.2

    Officer at Allied Universal, September 2025

  • Best thing

    Meeting people

    Worst thing

    In my feet all day

    6.4

    Security officer at Allied Universal, September 2025

  • Best thing

    I get to work alone, with no one around, I get paid breaks because I don’t clock out for any of them

    Worst thing

    I don’t get pto, they consider 32 hours as full time, there’s no benefits, I don’t get a paid vacation or a vacation in general, I just take off for days I need off and consider that as one. The uniforms are also uncomfortable, they’re made from a cheap fabric that’s super tight, which makes you have to go up multiple sizes from your size just to be able to wear it comfortably.

    5.0

    Security guard at Allied Universal, September 2025

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