Dahlcore Security Guard Services provides licensed, deployable temporary security guards across all five New York City boroughs — Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, the Bronx, and Staten Island — plus Long Island and New York State. Guards are available for same-day or next-day deployment, subject to availability, on assignments ranging from a single four-hour shift to multi-month engagements. Every officer holds current New York State security guard registration under the Security Guard Act (Article 7-A), has completed the state-mandated 8-hour pre-assignment and 16-hour on-the-job training, and works under a Dahlcore field supervisor — with years of continuous operation behind them.
What Are Temporary Security Guards For?
Temporary security guards give you licensed, trained coverage exactly when and where you need it — without a long-term commitment. Whether it’s a one-night event, a staffing gap, or a multi-week project phase, Dahlcore deploys vetted officers for a defined set of high-demand New York scenarios.
Common Temporary Guard Situations
- Special events & concerts — crowd management, access control, and emergency response, from small functions to large-scale events
- Construction sites — on-site patrols, equipment protection, and controlled access
- Retail loss prevention — uniformed and plainclothes coverage for high-traffic periods
- Employee terminations — discreet, professional presence during sensitive HR actions
- Emergency & gap coverage — rapid response when a permanent guard calls out
- Executive & VIP protection — armed or unarmed close-protection officers
- Fire watch — FDNY-compliant fire watch for hot work and system impairments
- Hospital & healthcare — HIPAA-aware access control and patient-area coverage
Coverage when you need it, not a year-long contract
Book a single shift, a weekend event, or a rolling weekly schedule — you get licensed, supervised officers for exactly the hours you need, and nothing you don’t.
Why New York Businesses Choose Dahlcore
Fast, flexible, and fully licensed — Dahlcore delivers temporary coverage that’s ready to work the moment it arrives.
Licensed & Thoroughly Vetted
Every guard is background-checked, holds a current NYS security guard registration (General Business Law Article 7-A), and has completed the state-mandated 8-hour pre-assignment and 16-hour on-the-job training before placement. Armed assignments additionally require a valid NYS pistol permit and a compliance review.
Veteran-Owned, Held to Higher Standards
Dahlcore is veteran-owned and operated, and the owner personally manages guards in the office and in the field. Officers are held to law-enforcement and military standards, and arrive ready to work — trained in de-escalation, emergency response, and threat awareness.
Fast, Flexible Deployment
Book a single four-hour shift, a weekend event, or a rolling weekly schedule — with same-day or next-day deployment available, subject to guard availability. No long-term employment obligations; you cover only the hours you need.
Supervised & Documented
A Dahlcore field supervisor is reachable around the clock during any active assignment, and clients receive real-time incident reports. A certificate of insurance is available on request before the first shift.
What You Get With Every Temporary Assignment
How to Get Temporary Guards On-Site
Dahlcore makes short-notice coverage simple — a fast path from your call to a supervised officer on post.
Tell Us What You Need
Share your assignment type, location, dates, coverage hours, and whether you need armed or unarmed officers.
Assessment & Post Orders
A coordinator reviews the site — in person or by video — documents the risks, and issues written post orders for the assignment.
Guard Placement
We place vetted, licensed officers matched to the assignment, with same-day or next-day deployment available, subject to availability.
Supervision & Reporting
A field supervisor oversees the post and clients receive real-time incident reports throughout the engagement.
Scale or Extend
Add guards, extend the contract, or wind down as your needs change — you’re never locked into hours you don’t need.
Ready to work on arrival
Dahlcore guards show up trained, licensed, and briefed on your post orders — no onboarding, no training burden, no supervision gap on your end.
What Shapes Your Temporary Coverage
Dahlcore scopes every temporary assignment to the job. These are the factors that shape the plan.
1. Number of Guards & Shift Length
From a single officer on a four-hour shift to a multi-guard team across a large event or site.
2. Duration
A one-time shift, a weekend, or a rolling weekly, multi-week, or multi-month engagement — no minimum contract length.
3. Armed or Unarmed
Unarmed officers cover most events, retail, and access-control work; armed officers are available for higher-risk assignments after a compliance review.
4. Assignment Type
Event, construction, retail, termination, fire watch, healthcare, or gap coverage — each has its own post orders and training focus.
5. Supervision & Documentation
Field-supervisor oversight and the incident reporting your assignment and insurer require.
Temporary Security Guards FAQ
Clear answers for New York businesses, event planners, and property managers. For anything not covered here, call 212-208-0900.
What situations require temporary security guards in New York?
Temporary guards suit special events, construction site protection, retail loss prevention during high-traffic periods, employee terminations, emergency gap coverage when permanent staff are unavailable, fire watch compliance, and short-term access control during renovations or transitions.
Are Dahlcore’s temporary security guards licensed in New York State?
Yes. Every guard holds a current NYS security guard registration under the Security Guard Act (General Business Law Article 7-A) and has completed the state-mandated 8-hour pre-assignment and 16-hour on-the-job training. You can request a copy of a guard’s registration before the assignment begins.
How quickly can Dahlcore deploy temporary security guards?
For standard requests, Dahlcore typically confirms a placement within one business day. Same-day and emergency coverage is often available across the NYC metro area, subject to guard availability in the requested borough. Call 212-208-0900 to confirm.
What is the minimum shift or contract length?
The minimum engagement is a single four-hour shift. There is no minimum contract duration — book one shift or a rolling weekly schedule, with multi-week and multi-month coverage available.
What is the difference between armed and unarmed temporary guards?
Unarmed guards suit most event, retail, and access-control assignments. Armed guards are available for higher-risk sites, executive protection, and sensitive facilities. Under New York law, armed guards must hold a valid NYS pistol permit in addition to their guard registration; Dahlcore reviews every armed assignment for compliance before deployment.
Does Dahlcore carry insurance for temporary assignments?
Yes. Dahlcore carries general liability insurance covering all active guard deployments, and a certificate of insurance is available on request before the first shift.
What determines the scope of a temporary security assignment?
Scope depends on the number of guards, shift length, duration, armed or unarmed coverage, and assignment type. Dahlcore provides a written coverage recommendation after a quick assessment — call 212-208-0900 or email Ian.Dahlberg@Dahlcore.com.
What happens if a scheduled guard can’t report?
Dahlcore maintains a pool of trained, vetted guards for coverage. If a scheduled officer can’t report, a coordinator contacts you right away and dispatches a replacement as quickly as availability allows.
What New York Clients Say About Dahlcore
Explore real feedback from clients who rely on Dahlcore for dependable, on-demand temporary security services.
“I want to thank Ian and his team of professional security staff. I needed assistance in a project I was working on and Ian came through in a pinch. His security officers were attentive and accomplished my goals with zero complaints. Thanks again.”
“I had a great experience with the security team, despite an unfortunate situation. I lost my wallet, and Raven, one of the security guards, went above and beyond to assist me in trying to locate it. Although we weren’t able to find it, his empathy and dedication truly stood out. It’s clear that he is well-trained and equipped for the role, and his professionalism made a stressful situation much easier to handle. I really appreciate the effort and support!”
“The NYC light festival in staten island is beautiful but a bit confusing when traveling with 4 children.. the security at this venue couldn’t have helped me any more or been more accommodating to my countless direction questions. Also it’s a dark park so my mother in law was a bit nervous at first but was put at ease when she saw the amount of men standing guard! 5 stars & thank you to all who helped us.”
Need Temporary Guards in New York?
Contact Dahlcore for same-day or scheduled temporary coverage. Our team responds promptly — typically within one business day, and right away for urgent needs. Share your assignment type, location, dates, and coverage hours.
Direct Contact
212-208-0900Call or text for same-day coverage
Office Hours: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM · Guard dispatch available 24/7
Office Locations
1110 South Avenue, Staten Island, NY 10314
250 Park Avenue, New York, NY 10177