Security Officer - Armed - Residential

Allied Universal • Chicago, IL

2d • $23

About The Position

As a Security Officer - Armed - Residential in Chicago, IL, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Residential, and more. 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 for a dynamic residential patrol role where you will drive the property, conduct routine patrols, and stay highly visible to help reduce security-related incidents. As an armed officer, you will respond to concerns, document activity, and communicate clearly with residents, guests, and site contacts while delivering strong customer service. Bring integrity and teamwork to an agile, reliable, and innovative team with a caring culture that puts people first.

Requirements

• Have 1+ years' armed security-related, law enforcement, and/or military experience.
• Have 1+ years' law enforcement experience or 2+ years' security supervisor/manager experience or 3+ years' security-related experience.
• Possess an armed guard card/license.
• Be 21+ years of age.
• A valid driver’s license is required in accordance with Allied Universal driver policy 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.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to residents, guests, and property staff by following site-specific security-related procedures, access guidelines, and emergency response activities when appropriate.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and resident concerns in a calm, problem-solving manner, escalating to property management and/or emergency services as needed.
• Conduct regular and random foot and/or vehicle patrols of residential buildings, common areas, amenities, parking areas, and perimeter points, documenting observations per post orders.
• Monitor entry points and controlled areas, verify visitor and vendor authorization when required, and assist with directing foot and vehicle traffic during peak times and/or special events.
• Complete detailed reports of incidents, patrol activity, and unusual conditions, and communicate timely updates to Allied Universal supervision and/or site contacts.

Benefits

• 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.

What This Job Offers

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