Security Officer Armed Retail Setting

Allied Universal • New Haven, CT

21h • Onsite

About The Position

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 Security Officer Armed Retail Setting in New Haven, CT, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries. 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 patrol officer at a fast-paced retail location, where you will monitor assigned areas, conduct routine patrols, and remain visible to help deter security-related incidents. You will interact with customers and staff, respond to site needs, and deliver strong communication and customer service. In a caring culture built on teamwork, integrity, agility, reliability, and innovation, your presence will make a meaningful impact.

Requirements

• 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.

Nice To Haves

• A Guard Card/License is preferred.
• An Armed Guard Card/License is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to visitors, customers, and/or staff by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities at the location.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and/or critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, documenting observations and reporting security-related concerns to site leadership.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols throughout the location, including sales floors, entrances, loading areas, parking lots, and perimeter points, to help to deter unwanted activity.
• Monitor access points and verify authorized entry for employees, vendors, and/or visitors while following site protocols for deliveries, restricted areas, and after-hours activity.
• Maintain readiness of assigned equipment and follow all post orders, use of force guidelines, and applicable laws while supporting a professional armed presence at the location.

Benefits

• Access to our exclusive technology to view and claim additional shifts to earn more.
• Get paid training and access to career growth opportunities.
• Participate in our retirement savings plan to invest in your future.
• Enjoy discounts on top brands and services through our Perks Program.

What This Job Offers

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