Security Officer - Patrol Assignment

Allied Universal • Chicago, IL

6d • $20 - $20 • Onsite

About The Position

As a Security Officer - Patrol Assignment 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 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 an unarmed Patrol Officer at a world-class education and arts location, you will conduct routine patrols, maintain a visible presence to help deter security-related incidents, and respond to concerns with calm, clear communication. You will support staff, students, and visitors with customer-service focused assistance while documenting observations and reporting issues. At Allied Universal, you will bring integrity, teamwork, and a people-first mindset to every shift.

Requirements

• Provide proof of a high school diploma or GED.
• Be at least 21 years of age.
• 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.

Nice To Haves

• Possess a guard card and/or license is preferred.
• Customer service experience is preferred.
• CPR certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to students, staff, faculty, visitors and/or contractors by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities.
• Conduct regular and random patrols throughout academic buildings, galleries, offices, and perimeter areas to help identify and report hazards, suspicious activity, and/or policy violations.
• Monitor access points and interior spaces, assist with visitor directions and wayfinding, and help maintain orderly entry during classes, events, and high-traffic periods.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including medical calls, disturbances, and/or alarms, and coordinate notifications to on-site leadership and/or public responders as required.
• Complete shift activity logs and incident reports, document observations, and communicate security-related information to Allied Universal supervision and 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