Security Officer Armed Patrol - Transit Building

Security Officer Armed Patrol - Transit Building Job in Queens, New York

Queens, New York Position Type: Full Time Shift Type: Overnight Req ID: 2026-1654188 Work Days Available: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Sunday Date posted: 08/11/2026

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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 Deployment in Queens, NY, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government, and more. As an Armed Patrol Officer with Allied Universal, you will monitor and patrol transit locations, maintain a visible presence to help deter security-related incidents, respond to concerns, and provide professional customer service and communication. This role offers the opportunity to support a public transportation environment while working with an agile, reliable team that puts people first, delivers through teamwork, and acts with integrity.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $35.70 / Hour

Job Schedule:

DayTimeMon11:00 PM - 07:00 AMTue11:00 PM - 07:00 AMWed11:00 PM - 07:00 AMThur11:00 PM - 07:00 AMSun11:00 PM - 07:00 AM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to passengers, employees, and visitors by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and emergency response activities at a public transportation location.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols of transit facilities, platforms, stations, entrances, surrounding perimeters, and other assigned areas to help deter unauthorized activity and identify potential concerns.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, disturbances, and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem-solving manner, coordinating with appropriate transit personnel and public emergency responders as needed.
• Monitor access points and restricted areas, verify authorized entry where applicable, and report suspicious activity, hazards, and policy violations according to site procedures.
• Maintain required documentation, including patrol logs, incident reports, and daily activity records, while following all applicable armed post policies and procedures.

Minimum Requirements:

• Provide proof of a high school diploma or GED.
• Possess a valid law enforcement officer license.
• An armed guard card 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 and Health Benefits: Enjoy access to a retirement savings plan, plus medical, dental, vision, basic life and AD&D, and disability insurance.
• Exclusive Perks: Enjoy discounts on top brands and services through our Perks Program.

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.

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