Security Officer - Flex Reception Post

Allied Universal • Chicago, IL

3d • $20 • Onsite

About The Position

As a Security Officer - Flex Reception Post in Chicago, IL, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Education, and more. Join a leading team where flexibility meets opportunity. As a Flex 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. As a Front Desk Officer in an education setting, you will welcome students, faculty, and visitors, manage access and visitor check-in, and support security-related communication at the main entrance. You will monitor entry points, respond to questions and incidents, and document activity with professionalism and care. At Allied Universal, you will bring integrity, teamwork, and an agile, reliable, innovative approach to a people-first culture.

Requirements

• Be at least 18 years of age for unarmed roles; 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.
• 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 while carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and/or emergency response activities at an educational location.
• Staff the front desk by greeting and directing students, faculty, staff, and visitors; manage sign-in logs, visitor badges, and access requests per site-specific policies.
• Monitor entrances, lobby activity, and available camera/alarm systems; report unusual activity and maintenance concerns through the proper channels.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner; contact on-site personnel and/or emergency services as needed.
• Complete shift activity logs and incident reports, communicate post updates during shift change, and support event and classroom traffic flow as assigned.

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