Security Officer Armed Financial

Allied Universal; Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart tools for shift claiming

Career growth and training

Health and retirement benefits

Perks program discounts

Job summary

Allied Universal is seeking an Armed Security Officer for a financial institution in Hartford, CT. You will patrol, monitor access, respond to incidents, and provide professional customer service to employees and visitors.

The role requires an armed guard card, a valid firearms permit preferred, and a minimum age of 21. High school diploma or equivalent is required, plus background checks and drug screening as part of employment.

Qualifications

• Provide excellent customer service to employees, visitors, and customers.
• Respond to incidents and emergencies in a calm, professional manner.
• Conduct armed patrols of the facility and surrounding areas.
• Monitor access points and verify authorization for personnel and deliveries.
• Prepare clear reports of observations and activities.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to employees, visitors, and customers at a financial institution by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and emergency response activities when appropriate.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations following escalation and reporting procedures.
• Conduct regular armed patrols of the facility, exterior grounds, parking areas, and perimeter to deter unauthorized activity.
• Monitor access points and verify authorization for personnel, visitors, vendors, and deliveries.
• Prepare clear, accurate reports of observations, incidents, patrols, and other security-related activities.

Skills

Customer service

Problem solving

Communication

vigilance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

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 Security Officer Armed Financial in Hartford, CT, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Financial Institutions, and more. As an Armed Security Officer at a financial institution, you will monitor and patrol assigned areas, maintain a visible presence to help deter incidents, and support a welcoming environment for employees and visitors. You will respond to security-related concerns, communicate professionally, and deliver exceptional customer service. Join Allied Universal, where teamwork, integrity, agility, reliability, and innovation guide our people-first culture.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $23.76 / Hour

Job Schedule

DayTimeMon08:45 AM - 05:15 PMWed08:45 AM - 05:15 PMThur08:45 AM - 05:15 PMFri08:45 AM - 05:15 PM

What You'll Do

• Provide customer service to employees, visitors, and/or customers at a financial institution by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and emergency response activities when appropriate.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem-solving manner, following established escalation and reporting procedures.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols of the facility, exterior grounds, parking areas, entry points, and perimeter to help deter unauthorized activity.
• Monitor access points and verify authorization for personnel, visitors, vendors, and deliveries in accordance with site-specific requirements.
• Prepare clear, accurate reports of observations, incidents, patrols, and other security-related activities.

Minimum Requirements

• Possess an armed guard card or license.
• A valid firearms permit is preferred.
• 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-related 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 and Health Benefits: Enjoy access to a retirement savings plan, plus medical, dental, vision, basic life and AD&D, and disability insurance.
• Exclusive Perks: Enjoy discounts on top brands and services through our Perks Program.

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.

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