Security Officer - Patrol Specialist

Allied Universal • Naperville Township, IL

8d • Onsite

About The Position

As a Security Officer Patrol Specialist in Aurora, IL, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Tech/Media/Telecom, 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 as an unarmed officer at a leading tech location, where you will conduct routine patrols, monitor assigned areas, and help support a secure environment through strong communication and customer service. This role offers the chance to work with a team that values agility, reliability, innovation, and integrity while providing a visible presence and responding to security-related concerns.

Requirements

• Have at least 1 year of security-related experience.
• Proof of a high school diploma or GED is required by the client.
• 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

• Alarm panel experience is preferred.
• Customer service experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to visitors, staff, and/or vendors by carrying out site-specific procedures, access protocols, and when appropriate, emergency response activities at a technology-focused location.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and/or unusual activity in a calm, problem-solving manner, documenting observations and reporting security-related concerns to site contacts and Allied Universal leadership.
• Conduct regular and random patrols throughout the location, including interior areas, exterior grounds, parking areas, and perimeter checkpoints, noting conditions that could impact operations.
• Monitor entry and exit activity, verify credentials and/or visitor information, and help to deter unauthorized access to restricted areas such as offices, equipment spaces, and other controlled locations.
• Support daily operations by following post orders, communicating with team members and site personnel, and completing required logs, reports, and other security-related documentation.

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