Security Officer Part Time Patrol Operations

Allied Universal • New York, NY

22h • $18 - $19 • Onsite

About The Position

Allied Universal is hiring a part-time Security Officer for Patrol Operations in New York, NY. The role provides a reliable weekly shift at an assigned rail transportation site, with the option to claim additional shifts through the company scheduling platform. The fixed weekly assignment requires a six-month commitment. Employees may build up to a full-time schedule of as many as 40 hours per week and may scale back when needed. The listed pay rate is $17.87–$18.87 per hour. The scheduled shift is Thursday, 6:30 a.m.–2:30 p.m.

The Security Officer provides customer service to passengers, employees, and visitors while carrying out security procedures, site-specific policies, and appropriate emergency response activities. The position includes patrolling rail facilities, monitoring public and restricted areas, responding to incidents, and supporting crowd management and coordination during disruptions, emergencies, and special events.

Requirements

• At least one year of security-related experience.
• At least 18 years of age for unarmed roles or 21 years of age for armed roles.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Submit to a background investigation as a condition of employment.
• Submit to a drug screen as a condition of employment, to the extent permitted by law.
• Meet applicable state and/or local licensing requirements, which may be required before employment.
• Have a valid driver's license for driving positions only.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to passengers, employees, and visitors by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and appropriate emergency response activities at rail transportation locations.
• Conduct regular and random foot and/or vehicle patrols of stations, platforms, facilities, parking areas, and surrounding perimeters to identify unusual activity and help deter unauthorized access.
• Monitor access points, public areas, and restricted locations; report suspicious activity, hazards, and policy violations to appropriate personnel.
• Respond calmly to incidents, disturbances, and critical situations, following established reporting and escalation procedures.
• Assist with crowd management, passenger direction, and coordination with transit personnel and first responders during service disruptions, emergencies, and special events.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Basic life, AD&D, and disability insurance.
• Retirement plans.
• 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.
• Discounts at restaurants, entertainment venues, and other businesses through the employee 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