Security Officer Armed Patrol City Agency

Allied Universal • New York, NY

20h • Onsite

About The Position

Allied Universal is hiring a part-time Security Officer for an armed patrol coordination assignment at a government office site in New York, NY. The role provides a designated weekly shift at an assigned site, with a required six-month commitment to that fixed shift. Officers may also claim additional shifts through the scheduling platform, with the possibility of working up to 40 hours per week and the flexibility to scale back. The listed pay rate is $33.70 per hour.

The officer provides customer service to visitors, employees, and government office personnel while carrying out site-specific security procedures, policies, and emergency response activities. The role involves monitoring access points, verifying authorized entry, maintaining awareness of restricted areas and property, responding to incidents, documenting activity, and conducting armed patrols.

Requirements

• At least 1 year of security-related experience.
• At least 21 years of age for armed roles.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Participate in industry-specific security training programs.
• Applicants are subject to a background investigation in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.
• Applicants are subject to a drug screen to the extent permitted by law.
• Meet licensing requirements that apply under state and/or local laws and regulations; licenses may be required before employment.

Nice To Haves

• Loss prevention experience.
• A valid firearms permit.
• An armed guard card or license.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to visitors, employees, and government office personnel by carrying out site-specific security procedures, policies, and emergency response activities.
• Monitor access points, verify authorized entry, and maintain awareness of activity involving financial records, equipment, and restricted office areas.
• Respond calmly and professionally to incidents, disturbances, and critical situations; notify appropriate personnel and document observations according to site procedures.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols of the office, entrances, surrounding perimeter, and designated parking or loading areas to help deter unauthorized activity.
• Maintain required reports, incident documentation, and daily activity logs in accordance with Allied Universal and site-specific requirements.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Basic life, AD&D, retirement plans, and 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 more through the perks program.
• Paid training programs and opportunities for career advancement.

What This Job Offers

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