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Security Officer - Troy, NY

Securitas
United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 17 Sept 2025
💰 $36,000/yr

About the role

We are looking to hire one full time security officer in Troy, NY. The pay rate for the position is $18.00 an hour. This position is Tuesday through Friday from 2200-0800 (10:00pm to 8:00am) for a total of 40 hours a week.

We are seeking a dependable and professional Security Officer for a challenging assignment at a transitional housing facility serving individuals experiencing homelessness. This environment may involve exposure to confrontational situations, including verbal disputes, physical altercations, substance use, and medical emergencies, such as overdoses. The successful candidate must possess the ability to remain composed, make sound decisions under pressure, and demonstrate a firm yet respectful approach when addressing difficult situations. Key Responsibilities: • Conduct walking patrols to ensure safety and security throughout the facility. • Monitor surveillance systems for unusual or suspicious activity. • Maintain detailed and accurate daily activity logs and incident reports. • Stay vigilant and aware of surroundings at all times, anticipating and responding to potential issues. • Promptly contact law enforcement or emergency services when necessary. • Collaborate with facility staff to uphold a safe and respectful environment for all residents. Qualifications: • Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to de-escalate tense situations. • Resilience and professionalism in high-stress or emotionally charged environments. • Excellent observational skills and attention to detail. • Experience with CCTV systems and incident reporting preferred. • Previous security or crisis response experience strongly desired. • Ability to remain calm, assertive, and courteous under pressure. This position requires a candidate who is both confident and compassionate—able to manage safety concerns effectively while treating all individuals with dignity and respect.

 

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. 

 

 See a different world. 

  

“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.”

 

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