Access Control & Patrol Security Officer - Poughkeepsie, NY

Security Officer – Access Control & Patrol

Poughkeepsie, NY | Multiple Schedules | $21.00/Hour

We are currently seeking professional and dependable Security Officers to join our team at a high-profile commercial construction site in Poughkeepsie, NY.

These positions offer opportunities in both access control/gate operations and security patrols. We are looking for officers who are reliable, professional, observant, and comfortable interacting with employees, contractors, visitors, and vendors.

• Saturday-Sunday: 8:00 AM-4:00 PM | 16 hours/week
• Friday-Tuesday: 4:00 PM-12:00 AM | 40 hours/week
• Sunday-Tuesday: 12:00 AM-8:00 AM + Wednesday-Thursday: 4:00 PM-12:00 AM | 40 hours/week
• Wednesday-Saturday: 12:00 AM-8:00 AM | 32 hours/week

• Monday-Wednesday: 7:00 AM-5:00 PM | 30 hours/week - 2 openings
• Monday-Thursday: 7:00 AM-5:00 PM | 40 hours/week - 2 openings
• Thursday-Saturday: 7:00 AM-5:00 PM | 30 hours/week - 2 openings
• Friday-Saturday: 7:00 AM-5:00 PM | 20 hours/week - 2 openings

Pay: $21.00/hour

Depending on your assigned post, responsibilities may include:

• Monitor and control access to the property
• Verify employees, contractors, vendors, and visitors
• Monitor entry and exit points
• Maintain accurate visitor and access records
• Conduct scheduled security patrols
• Monitor site activity and identify potential security concerns
• Respond appropriately to incidents and emergencies
• Prepare detailed daily activity and incident reports
• Enforce site security policies and procedures
  
  Provide professional customer service to employees, contractors, and visitors
• Maintain a visible and professional security presence
• Communicate security concerns to site management and the security team

• Active NYS Driver’s License
• Clean driving record
• High School Diploma or GED equivalent required
• Must be willing to provide proof of education
• Valid NYS Security Guard License strongly preferred
• Previous security, access control, construction site, corporate, or customer service experience is a plus
• Strong communication and observation skills
• Professional appearance and demeanor
• Reliable attendance and punctuality
• Ability to remain alert and attentive throughout the assigned shift

A valid NYS Security Guard License is strongly preferred
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If you previously held a NYS Security Guard License that has expired, we cannot consider you for these positions, as the renewal/relicensing process may take approximately 3-4 months.

With multiple schedules available, this account offers opportunities for both part-time and full-time security professionals.

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