Security Officer - Transit Patrol

Allied Universal • Salem, OR

7h • 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 Transit Patrol in Salem, OR, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government, and more. Join Allied Universal as an Unarmed Patrol Officer supporting a government transit location. You will conduct routine patrols, maintain a visible presence to help deter incidents, observe and report suspicious activity, and provide courteous customer service and communication to riders, visitors, and staff. Bring your professionalism to a caring, agile, reliable, and innovative team that delivers through teamwork and integrity.

Requirements

• At least 1 year of security-related experience is required.
• 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

• Possession of a guard card or license is preferred.
• CPR certification is preferred.
• Experience with handcuffs, pepper spray, and/or baton is preferred.
• Comfort using a computer or tablet is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to passengers, visitors, employees, and/or contractors while carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities.
• Monitor transit facilities, platforms, parking areas, and surrounding property for unusual activity, unauthorized access, and/or conditions requiring attention; report observations according to site procedures.
• Respond to incidents, passenger concerns, disturbances, and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem-solving manner, contacting appropriate personnel or emergency services when needed.
• Conduct regular and random unarmed patrols of transit locations and perimeter areas, which may include indoor and outdoor environments and varying weather conditions.
• Document incidents, patrol activity, and other security-related observations accurately and promptly in accordance with Allied Universal and site reporting requirements.

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