Armed Security Per Diem
About The Position
United Security, Inc. is hiring an Armed Security Officer for locations in Fairfield and New Haven counties. The position pays $28.60 per hour. Employees receive guaranteed annual wage increases from 2025 through 2028 tied to the Connecticut Standard Wage Act. If called in or if a scheduled shift is cancelled without notice, employees are guaranteed at least four hours of pay. Overtime is paid at time-and-a-half after 40 hours per week. Employees receive at least one day off per week and may not work more than 16 hours in a 24-hour period except in extreme circumstances. A 30-minute lunch is paid where practicable and unpaid if the employee is fully relieved. Employees on standing posts have the right to sit at reasonable intervals. The role is part-time and is available on first and second shifts. The position reports to the Manager. Full-time employees averaging at least 30 hours per week over 90 days are eligible for health benefits with no waiting period; the listed benefits for full-time employees also include medical, dental, holidays, vacation, sick time, and a 401(k) retirement plan. United Security also offers recognition and reward programs, training and career development opportunities, and DailyPay.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- CT Guard Card.
- CT Conceal Carry Permit with Level 1 Endorsement (CT Blue Card); the posting also lists a State Armed Carry Permit and CT Blue Card.
- At least five years of law enforcement, corrections, or active military armed experience.
- Ability to speak, read, write, and understand English.
Benefits
- Competitive pay
- Guaranteed annual wage increases tied to the Connecticut Standard Wage Act (2025–2028)
- At least four hours of pay if called in or if a scheduled shift is cancelled without notice
- Overtime at time-and-a-half after 40 hours per week
- Paid 30-minute lunch where practicable
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid vacation
- Paid sick days
- Paid holidays
- Short-term disability
- Long-term disability
- 401(k)/403(b) plan
- Recognition and reward programs
- Training and career development opportunities
- DailyPay
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Education Level
High school or GED
