Job Skills / Requirements
Wage: $ hour
This is an Armed Flex Security Officer position for locations in
Fairfield and New Haven counties. Please see details below.
Current Wage: $ hour
REQUIREMENTS:Minimum five years law enforcement, corrections or active military armed experience
Must currently own a full-size Glock or Smith & Wesson in either 9mm or .40 caliber or Sig Sauer, Beretta, CZ-USA, etc. Must be full size (minimum " barrel length) and CT compliant magazine where it doesn't hold more than 10 rounds.
EXCELLENT BENEFITS INCLUDING:
Wages
- Guaranteed wage increases each year (2025–2028) tied to the Connecticut Standard Wage Act.
- Minimum 4 hours’ pay if called in or if a scheduled shift is cancelled without notice.
- Overtime after 40 hours/week at time-and-a-half.
- At least 1 day off per week.
- No more than 16 hours in a 24-hour period (except extreme circumstances).
- Paid 30-minute lunch where practicable; unpaid if fully relieved.
- Right to sit at reasonable intervals on standing posts.
Health Benefits
- Full-time (=30 hrs/week avg over 90 days)
- No waiting period for coverage.
REQUIREMENTS:3 years law enforcement, corrections or active/retired military
Must currently own a full-size Glock or Smith & Wesson in either 9mm or .40 caliber
Armed Security Officer Responsibilities
- Staying very alert
- Monitor pedestrian traffic in and out of facility
- Patrolling premises frequently to maintain safety of employees, patients and clients
- Using oral de-escalation when needed
- Writing daily reports of any incidents that may occur
Armed Security Officer Qualifications and Skills
- Must be able to stand for up to 8 hours
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Can always stay alert
- Ability to work in high pedestrian traffic environments
- 3 years law enforcement, active military, or 5 years Armed security experience required
Education and Experience Requirements
- High School Diploma or equivalent required
- CT Carry permit
- CT Armed security license
Please apply to the posting and our USI Recruitment Team will reach out to set up a Virtual Interview.
Education Requirements (All)
High School Diploma
Certification Requirements (All)
CT Guard Card
State Armed Carry Permit
CT Blue Card
Additional Information / Benefits
Benefits include, but not limited to:
- Competitive pay
- Recognition and Reward Programs
- Training and Career Development Opportunities
- Medical, dental, Holidays, vacation and sick, and 401 (k) retirement plan for full time employees
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We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Benefits: Medical Insurance, Life Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Paid Vacation, Paid Sick Days, Paid Holidays, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, 401K/403b Plan