Armed Security Officer - House of Worship

Allied Universal; New York (NY); On-site; USD 48,000 - 68,000; Part time

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Job summary

Allied Universal in New York, NY seeks an Armed Security Officer - House of Worship to provide security and exceptional customer service in a cultural institution. This part-time role features scheduled daytime shifts with pay of $42.00 per hour, supporting a dynamic security team dedicated to protecting visitors and staff.

You will conduct armed patrols, maintain post readiness, monitor entrances, and report incidents, while adhering to site procedures and applicable laws.

Qualifications

• Concealed Carry Weapons Permit required.
• Armed Guard Card or License required.
• Law Enforcement Officer License required.
• Be at least 21 years old for armed roles.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Background check as per laws; drug screen required.
• Licensing per state regulations; driver’s license for driving roles only.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to visitors, staff, clergy, and program participants.
• Respond to incidents and coordinate with leadership and emergency responders.
• Conduct regular armed patrols to deter unauthorized activity.
• Monitor access points and verify authorized entry.
• Prepare incident and activity reports; comply with laws and policies.

Skills

Customer service

Armed security

Patrols

Education

High school diploma

Concealed Carry Weapons Permit

Armed Guard Card or License

Law Enforcement Officer License

Job description

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 Armed Security Officer - House of Worshipin New York, NY, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Cultural Institutions, 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 Security Officer supporting a cultural institution. You will conduct routine armed patrols, maintain a visible presence to help deter incidents, monitor assigned areas, and provide exceptional customer service and communication to visitors, staff, and guests. Bring professionalism, sound judgment, and integrity while contributing to a caring, agile, reliable, and innovative team.

Position Type: Part Time

Pay Rate: $42.00 / Hour

Job Schedule:

DayTimeMon01:00 PM - 09:00 PMTue01:00 PM - 09:00 PM

What You’ll Do:

• Provide customer service to visitors, staff, clergy, and program participants by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities.
• Respond to incidents, disruptions, and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem-solving manner, coordinating with site leadership and emergency responders as needed.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols throughout the location, including interior spaces, entrances, exterior grounds, and perimeter areas, to help deter unauthorized activity.
• Monitor access points and visitor activity, verify authorized entry in accordance with site procedures, and report unusual conditions or policy concerns.
• Maintain required armed post readiness, complete accurate incident and activity reports, and follow all applicable laws, company policies, and site-specific procedures.

Minimum Requirements:

• Possess a Concealed Carry Weapons Permit.
• Possess an Armed Guard Card or License.
• Possess a Law Enforcement Officer License.
• 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.