Security Officer Patrol Specialist

Allied Universal • Berwyn, IL

20h • 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 Patrol Specialist in Chicago, IL, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Healthcare, and more. Our Unarmed Patrol Officers in a healthcare location monitor and patrol assigned areas, stay visible to help discourage security-related incidents, and deliver exceptional customer service and communication. At Allied Universal, you will support a caring environment through teamwork, integrity, and a reliable, people-first approach while responding to site needs with agility and professionalism.

Requirements

• Supervisory experience is required.
• Applicants must have 1+ year of law enforcement experience or 2+ years of security supervisor and/or manager experience or 3+ years of security-related experience.
• Proof of a high school diploma or GED is required by the client.
• Applicants must be 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.
• 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

• A guard card and/or license is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to patients, visitors, and/or staff by carrying out security-related procedures, location-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities.
• Respond to incidents, disturbances, and/or critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner while documenting relevant details and communicating with site contacts.
• Conduct regular and random patrols throughout the healthcare location, including entrances, hallways, parking areas, and perimeter points, to help to deter unauthorized activity and identify unusual conditions.
• Monitor access points and help to control entry and exit activity in accordance with location protocols, visitor guidelines, and security-related procedures.
• Support a professional environment by reporting hazards, maintenance concerns, and/or policy violations to appropriate personnel and assisting with security-related inquiries as needed.

Benefits

• Access to our exclusive technology to view and claim additional shifts to earn more.
• Get paid training and access to career growth opportunities.
• Enjoy access to a retirement savings plan, plus medical, dental, vision, basic life and AD&D, and disability insurance.
• Enjoy discounts on top brands and services through our Perks Program.

What This Job Offers

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