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Security Officer (Armed)

Paragon Systems, Inc.
Fairfax, VT Full Time
POSTED ON 4/15/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/14/2025

$17.75 Training Rate

$29.00 Probationary Rate for 90 Days

$31.00 Base Rate per hour plus $5.25 per hour Health & Welfare union-sponsored benefit

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

  • Two (2) years of any Armed Security experience
  • Any Corrections experience, Law Enforcement experience, and/or US Military Service experience
  • US Citizenship or Naturalization Proof

Are you looking to Join a Global Company where YOUR Contributions MAKE A DIFFERENCE?

Would you like to start a career path leading to Supervision and Management?

Are you transitioning out of the Military and looking for your next mission?

Do you pride yourself on your Customer Service Skills and ENJOY working with others?

If you answered yes, we may have a position right up your alley!

As a Paragon Security Officer (PSO) you will observe and report activities and incidents while assigned to the DHS Federal Protective Service. This includes providing for the security and safety of federally owned / leased facilities, federal property and personnel.

Additionally, primary responsibilities include preventing unauthorized access to facilities, responding to unusual or emergency situations, using appropriate escalation of force level up to and including armed response as dictated by the situation and protocol, making periodic tours to check for irregularities, and inspecting protection devices and fire control equipment. Lastly, duties also include preserving order and acting to enforce regulations / directives for the site pertaining to personnel, visitors, and premises.

Wage range for this position is $29.00-$31.00 with a Health and Welfare benefit of $5.25 where applicable.

Benefits:

  • Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k (if paid via Health and Welfare benefit, there is no separate company contribution)
  • The paid leave for full-time employees is from 80-240 hours / year based on longevity in the position, and sick leave is a minimum of 56 hours per year for a full-time employee

A Word about EEO, Pay Transparency and Other Requirements….

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

VA License Number: 11-4665

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $31.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Flexible schedule
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Referral program
  • Vision insurance

Ability to Relocate:

  • Fairfax, VT: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $5

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