Armed Security Officer - Financial Center Full Time

Allied Universal; New York (NY); On-site; USD 39,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart Tools

Career Growth

Financial and Health Benefits

Exclusive Perks

Job summary

Allied Universal is seeking an Armed Security Officer for the Financial Center in New York, NY. This full-time role involves patrolling a financial institution, ensuring customer and employee safety, and upholding security protocols with a focus on professional service and incident response.

The position offers a competitive hourly pay rate and a structured schedule from Monday to Friday, with uniforms, training, and benefits common to Allied Universal’s security workforce.

Qualifications

• Possess a valid Concealed Carry Weapons Permit.
• Possess a valid Law Enforcement Officer License.
• Armed Guard Card or License is preferred.
• CPR Certification is preferred.
• Be at least 18 years of age for unarmed roles; 21+ years for armed roles.
• Background investigation will be conducted as required by law.
• Drug screen will be conducted as permitted by law.
• Licensing requirements depend on state/local regulations; driver’s license required for driving roles only.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to clients, employees, and visitors by following security procedures and site policies.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, professional manner and report as required.
• Conduct regular and random unarmed patrols of the financial institution location, including business areas and perimeter.
• Monitor access points and observe activity to deter unauthorized access and report concerns to appropriate personnel.
• Document patrols, incidents, and observations accurately while protecting confidential information.

Skills

Customer service

Patrol operations

Incident response

Access control

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

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 Armed Security Officer - Financial Center Full Time in New York, NY, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Financial Institutions, and more. As an unarmed Patrol Officer at a financial institution location, you will conduct routine patrols, maintain a visible presence to help deter incidents, and support a welcoming environment for employees and visitors. You will provide exceptional customer service, communicate professionally, and respond to security-related concerns with integrity. Join Allied Universal’s agile, reliable team, where a caring culture, innovation, and teamwork put people first.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $47.22 / Hour

Job Schedule:

• Mon: 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
• Tue: 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
• Wed: 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
• Thur: 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
• Fri: 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to clients, employees, and visitors by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and, when appropriate, emergency response activities.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem-solving manner, following established protocols and reporting requirements.
• Conduct regular and random unarmed patrols of the financial institution location, including business areas, entrances, parking areas, and perimeter.
• Monitor access points and observe activity for unusual conditions, helping to deter unauthorized access and reporting concerns to appropriate personnel.
• Document patrols, incidents, and observations accurately while maintaining a professional presence and protecting confidential information.

Minimum Requirements:

• Possess a valid Concealed Carry Weapons Permit.
• Possess a valid Law Enforcement Officer License.
• An Armed Guard Card or License is preferred.
• CPR Certification is preferred.
• Be at least 18 years of age for unarmed roles; 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.
• 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.

Licensed by the New York State Department of State

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.

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