Security Officer Full Time Alarm Monitoring Specialist

Allied Universal•Berwyn, IL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Allied Universal is hiring a full-time Security Officer in Chicago, Illinois, to serve and safeguard clients in a healthcare setting. The role involves unarmed patrols and alarm-monitoring-related duties, maintaining a visible security presence, and helping create a welcoming environment for patients, visitors, and staff. The officer provides customer service, communicates clearly, and responds to routine needs and incidents in accordance with site protocols. The scheduled shift is Monday through Friday, 6:00 AM to 2:00 PM. Pay is $21.50 per hour. Applicants must have supervisory experience and meet one of the listed experience thresholds: at least one year of law enforcement experience, at least two years of security supervisor or manager experience, or at least three years of security-related experience. A high school diploma or equivalent is required. CPR certification, alarm panel experience, and a guard card or license are preferred.

Requirements

Possess supervisory experience.
Have at least one year of law enforcement experience, at least two years of security supervisor or manager experience, or at least three years of security-related experience.
Be at least 18 years of age for unarmed roles; armed roles require applicants to be at least 21 years of age.
Have a high school diploma or equivalent.
Submit to a background investigation in accordance with applicable laws.
Submit to a drug screen to the extent permitted by law.
Meet applicable state or local licensing requirements, which may be required before employment.

Nice To Haves

CPR certification.
Alarm panel experience.
A guard card or license.

Responsibilities

Provide customer service to patients, visitors, staff, and vendors while carrying out security procedures, site-specific policies, and appropriate emergency response activities.
Respond calmly to incidents, medical emergencies, and critical situations while following established site protocols.
Conduct regular and random unarmed patrols of facility interiors, exterior areas, parking locations, and the perimeter to deter unauthorized activity and identify security concerns.
Monitor access points and assist with visitor, vendor, and staff access according to site-specific procedures.
Accurately and promptly document incidents, observations, and patrol activity, and communicate relevant information to Allied Universal leadership and site personnel.