Security Officer Armed Patrol - Transit Building
Allied UniversalAbout the role
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 Armed Patrol Readiness in Queens, NY, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government, and more. Join a leading team where flexibility meets opportunity. As a 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 as an Armed Patrol Officer at a government transit location, where you will monitor and patrol assigned areas, maintain a visible presence that helps to deter security-related incidents, and support riders, visitors, and staff through strong communication and customer service. In this armed role, you will bring integrity, teamwork, and reliability to a dynamic environment while helping people first through professional, responsive service.
Position Type: Part Time
Pay Rate: $33.70 / Hour
Job Schedule:
DayTimeWed11:00 PM - 07:00 AMThur11:00 PM - 07:00 AMSun11:00 PM - 07:00 AMWhat You'll Do:
- Provide customer service by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and/or emergency response activities at a public transportation location.
- Respond to incidents, disturbances, and/or critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner while maintaining professionalism in a government facility environment.
- Conduct regular and random patrols of stations, platforms, entrances, offices, parking areas, and perimeter locations to help to deter unauthorized activity and/or suspicious behavior.
- Monitor access points and restricted areas, verify credentials when required, and report unusual activity, hazards, and/or policy violations according to site protocols.
- Maintain an armed presence in assigned areas, support incident documentation and communication, and coordinate with site contacts and/or public responders when appropriate.
Minimum Requirements:
- Provide proof of high school diploma or GED.
- Possess a law enforcement officer license.
- An armed guard card and/or license is preferred.
- Be at least 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.
- Participate in industry-specific security training programs.
- 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 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.
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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