Armed Security Guard Transit Operations Office

Allied Universal • New York, NY

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Allied Universal is hiring an Armed Security Guard for a transit operations office in Brooklyn, New York. The role provides a designated site and fixed weekly shift for a six-month commitment, with the option to claim additional shifts through the company scheduling platform. The position is intended for part-time employment, with the opportunity to build up to a full-time schedule of as many as 40 hours per week and scale back when needed. Pay is $33.70 per hour. The listed schedule is Saturday, 3:00 PM–11:00 PM.

The guard provides security and customer service to transit personnel, passengers, and visitors; conducts armed patrols; responds to incidents; monitors access; and documents and communicates security-related activity. Employment is subject to applicable background investigation and drug screening. The position requires participation in industry-specific security training.

Requirements

• Possess a valid concealed carry weapons permit.
• Possess a valid law enforcement officer license.
• Be at least 21 years of age for armed roles.
• Have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Participate in industry-specific security training programs.
• Meet applicable licensing requirements, which may be required before employment.
• Undergo a background investigation as a condition of employment, in accordance with applicable laws.
• Undergo a drug screen as a condition of employment, to the extent permitted by law.

Nice To Haves

• A valid driver’s license is required for driving positions only; driving is not specified as a requirement for this role.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to transit personnel, passengers, and visitors while carrying out security procedures, site-specific policies, and appropriate emergency response activities.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols of transit facilities, platforms, entrances, perimeters, and other assigned areas to deter unauthorized activity and identify security concerns.
• Respond calmly to incidents, disturbances, and critical situations in accordance with applicable policies and procedures.
• Monitor access points and support authorized entry procedures for employees, contractors, and visitors.
• Prepare clear and accurate reports of incidents, observations, and security activities, and communicate relevant information to supervisors and appropriate personnel.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Basic life and AD&D insurance
• Retirement plans
• Disability insurance
• Seven holidays annually paid at time and a half if worked
• 40 hours of vacation after one year of employment at eligible work assignments; unused vacation is paid out only where required by law
• Employee discounts at restaurants, entertainment venues, and other businesses through the perks program
• Paid training programs

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED