Security Officer Armed Patrol - Transit Facility in Queens, NY
Job title from Allied Universal: Security Officer Armed Patrol - Transit Facility
Source: Allied Universal job site (securitycareers-aus.icims.com). This job is posted on the company's own site; we last checked it on Oct 21, 2026.
License in New York
To work as a security guard in New York you need the Security Guard Registration (security guard registration card), issued by the New York State Department of State, Division of Licensing Services (security guard registration); training mandated by General Business Law Article 7-A with course approval by the Division of Criminal Justice Services (DCJS).
Armed posts also need: Armed security guard registration (armed guard registration card); the 47-hour firearms course requires a valid NYS pistol permit and a security guard registration to enroll.
How the pay compares
This job pays USD 16.13 an hour more than the typical USD 19.07 an hour for security guard jobs in New York (759 jobs that list the pay).
Better-paying jobs nearby
- Security Officer Armed Patrol - Medical Center
- Security Officer Part Time Armed - Medical Center
- Agent
- Full Time Armed Security Supervisor- Mount Vernon, NY - $40.00/Hr. (Prior Law Enforcement Experience Required)
About Allied Universal here
Allied Universal has 5 more open security guard jobs in Queens, NY.
Typical pay at Allied Universal in New York: USD 19.00 an hour (632 jobs that list the pay).
Job description from Allied Universal
Overview
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.
Job Description
As a Security Officer Armed Patrol Incident Assessment 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. Join Allied Universal as an Armed Patrol Officer supporting a high-visibility public transportation location. You will conduct routine patrols, maintain a visible presence to help deter incidents, respond to security-related concerns, and provide professional communication and customer service to riders and staff. Guided by our agile, reliable, innovative, and caring culture, you will work with integrity and teamwork to support a welcoming environment.
Position Type: Part Time
Pay Rate: $34.70 - $35.70 / Hour
Job Schedule:
DayTimeMon03:00 PM - 11:00 PMSun03:00 PM - 11:00 PMWhat You'll Do:
- Provide customer service to passengers, visitors, and personnel by carrying out security-related procedures, transit-site policies, and emergency response activities as appropriate.
- Respond to incidents, disturbances, medical emergencies, and other critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, notifying appropriate transit personnel and emergency services as required.
- Conduct regular and random armed patrols of assigned transit facilities, platforms, station areas, entrances, exits, and surrounding perimeters to help deter unauthorized activity.
- Monitor access points and restricted areas, verify authorization when applicable, and report suspicious activity, hazards, or policy violations through established reporting channels.
- Maintain required armed post qualifications, follow applicable laws and site procedures regarding assigned equipment, and complete accurate incident and daily activity reports.
Minimum Requirements:
- Possess a Law Enforcement Officer License.
- An Armed Guard Card/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 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.
Licensed by the New York State Department of State
Closing
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.
Requisition ID
2026-1691154Apply on the Allied Universal site
More jobs like this
- Armed Security Guard Jobs in Queens, NY
- Part-Time Security Guard Jobs in New York
- Security Guard Jobs in Queens, NY
- How to get a security guard license in New York
More security guard jobs near Queens, NY
- Armed Security Guard
- Armed
- Security Officer Full Time Armed Patrol - Transit Company
- Armed
- Paid training
- Security Guard Part Time Armed - Transit Company
- Armed
- Paid training
- Security Officer Part Time Armed - MTA Facility
- Armed
- Paid training
- Security Officer Part Time Housing Access Control
- Paid training
- Security Shift Supervisor NonUnion @ Union Site - Armed
- Armed