Security Officer Armed Patrol Response

Allied Universal; Windsor (CT); On-site; USD 26,000 - 33,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart Tools

Career Growth

Financial Benefits

Exclusive Perks

Job summary

Allied Universal is hiring a Security Officer Enhanced Part Time Armed Patrol Response in Windsor, CT. This role offers fixed anchor shifts with the option to pick up additional shifts through our scheduling platform to increase earnings.

Responsibilities include responding to incidents, patrolling, and managing access control while maintaining required firearms qualifications. Minimum requirements include an Armed Guard Card or License, 21+ age, and a high school diploma, with background checks

Qualifications

• Armed Guard Card or License required.
• Age 21+ for armed roles.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Background investigation as per federal/state/local laws.
• Drug screen required where permitted by law.
• Industry-specific security training programs.
• Licensing requirements may apply by state/local laws.
• Valid driver’s license required for driving positions only.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to employees, contractors, visitors, and other stakeholders by carrying out security-related procedures and site-specific policies.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, access-control concerns, and critical situations calmly and professionally.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols of facilities, grounds, access points, parking areas, and perimeter areas.
• Monitor and control access to restricted areas, verify credentials, and maintain visitor/vehicle/patrol/incident documentation.
• Maintain firearms qualifications and handle assigned equipment per Allied Universal policies and site procedures.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

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.

Life doesn’t always follow a fixed schedule. That’s why we created the Security Officer – Part Time Enhanced position: a flexible, dependable option for individuals looking to supplement their income, gain hands‑on experience, or work toward a full‑time career with the industry leader.

As a Security Officer Enhanced Part Time Armed Patrol Response in Windsor, CT, this role is designed to provide reliable, consistent hours at an assigned site with the flexibility for you to earn more by picking‑up additional shifts when it works for you.

Pay Rate: $21.83 / Hour

Job Schedule:

• Sun 10:00 PM - 06:00 AM

How This Role Works:

• Fixed-Shift Commitment (“Anchor Shifts”): You will be hired for a designated site and weekly shift that serves as your reliable base schedule. This assignment requires a six (6) month commitment.
• Earn More, Claim-A-Shift Program: In addition to your fixed shift, you may pick‑up extra shifts through our scheduling platform, allowing you to increase earnings and gain experience across multiple sites. Work part‑time hours this week and full‑time the next. It’s all up to you.

Responsibilities:

• Provide customer service to employees, contractors, visitors, and/or other stakeholders by carrying out security‑related procedures, site‑specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities at a utility operations location.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, access‑control concerns, and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem‑solving manner, following established site protocols and notification procedures.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols of facilities, grounds, access points, parking areas, and perimeter areas to help to deter unauthorized activity and identify unusual conditions.
• Monitor and control access to restricted operational areas, verify credentials as required, and maintain accurate visitor, vehicle, patrol, and incident documentation.
• Maintain required firearms qualifications and handle assigned equipment in accordance with Allied Universal policies, applicable laws, and site‑specific procedures.

Minimum Requirements:

• Possess an Armed Guard Card or License.
• 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.

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 Benefits: Participate in our retirement savings plan to invest in your future.
• 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.

If you have difficulty using the online system and require an alternate method to apply or require an accommodation, please contact our local Human Resources department. To find an office near you, please visit: www.aus.com/offices.