Security Officer Armed Patrol Coverage

Allied Universal • Hartford, CT

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Allied Universal is hiring a part-time Security Officer Armed Patrol Coverage in Hartford, Connecticut, to provide security at an assigned financial institution. The role has designated weekly anchor shifts that require a six-month commitment, with the option to claim additional shifts through the company scheduling platform. Employees may build their schedule up to 40 hours per week and can scale back as needed. The pay rate is $23.76 per hour. The listed schedule is Monday, 8:45 a.m.–4:15 p.m., and Saturday, 8:45 a.m.–2:15 p.m.

The officer provides customer service and performs site-specific security procedures, armed patrols, incident response, and reporting. Applicants must have a valid armed guard card or license, be at least 21 years old for armed roles, and have a high school diploma or equivalent. Employment is contingent on applicable background investigation and drug screening, and participation in industry-specific security training. Licensing requirements may apply before employment, depending on state and local laws.

Requirements

• Possess a valid armed guard card or license.
• Be at least 21 years of age for armed roles.
• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Submit to a background investigation as a condition of employment, in accordance with applicable laws.
• Submit to a drug screen as a condition of employment, to the extent permitted by law.
• Participate in industry-specific security training programs.
• Meet applicable state and/or local licensing requirements, which may be required before employment.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to employees, visitors, and clients at a financial institution by carrying out site-specific security procedures, policies, and emergency response activities.
• Monitor access points, verify credentials as assigned, and report unauthorized access attempts or unusual activity according to site procedures.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols of interior areas, exterior grounds, parking areas, and the business perimeter.
• Respond calmly and professionally to alarms, incidents, and critical situations; contact emergency services and site contacts as required.
• Prepare timely incident reports, maintain required documentation, and communicate observations to Allied Universal leadership and designated site personnel.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, basic life, AD&D, retirement plans, and disability insurance.
• Seven holidays annually paid at time and a half, if worked.
• 40 hours of vacation after one year of employment at eligible work assignments; unused vacation is paid out only where required by law.
• Employee discounts at restaurants, entertainment venues, and other locations through the perks program.
• Paid training programs and career advancement opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: High school or GED