Security Officer - Identity Screening

Allied Universal • Joliet, IL

6d • Onsite

About The Position

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. As a Security Officer Identity Screening in Joliet, IL, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Retail/Malls, 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 at a busy retail location where you will help manage access control, monitor assigned areas, and support a welcoming environment for shoppers, guests, and staff. In this role, you will remain visible, perform routine patrols, and respond to security-related concerns with professionalism and care. Bring strong communication, integrity, and a teamwork mindset to a company that values being agile, reliable, and innovative.

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 to visitors, shoppers, and staff by carrying out access control procedures, site-specific policies, and/or appropriate emergency response activities at the location.
• Monitor entrances and exits, verify identification and/or credentials as required, and help to deter unauthorized access to restricted or employee-only areas.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, documenting observations and reporting security-related concerns to site contacts and/or Allied Universal leadership.
• Support access point operations by screening deliveries, directing vendors and contractors, and maintaining visitor logs in accordance with site procedures.
• Conduct regular and random patrols around the business and perimeter, as assigned, noting unusual activity and/or conditions that may require follow-up.

Benefits

• Access to our exclusive technology to view and claim additional shifts to earn more.
• Get paid training and access to career growth opportunities.
• Participate in our retirement savings plan to invest in your future.
• 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