Security Officer - Armed Courthouse Patrol

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 Courthouse Patrol 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. As an Armed Patrol Officer at a high-traffic government transportation location, you will conduct routine patrols, maintain a visible presence to help discourage security-related incidents, and respond to concerns with clear communication and strong customer service. You will document observations, coordinate with site stakeholders, and support orderly access and operations. At Allied Universal, you will work with an agile, reliable team that leads with care, innovation, and integrity.

Position Type: Part Time

Pay Rate: $32.70 / Hour

Job Schedule:

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.

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to passengers, visitors, and staff by following site-specific procedures, government facility policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities.
• Carry and maintain assigned duty weapon and related equipment in accordance with Allied Universal policies, state and local laws, licensing requirements, and post orders.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of transit facilities and surrounding perimeter areas, including entrances, corridors, platforms, and parking areas, documenting observations and reporting hazards and/or maintenance concerns.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including disturbances, medical calls, suspicious activity, and unauthorized access, coordinating with site leadership and local responders as directed.
• Complete security-related reports and logs, monitor cameras and/or alarm systems when assigned, and communicate clearly with supervisors and public agency personnel to support daily operations.

Minimum Requirements:

• The client requires proof of a high school diploma and/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.

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.

If you have difficulty using the online system and require an alternate method to apply or require an accommodation, please contact our local Human Resources department. To find an office near you, please visit: www.aus.com/offices.