Security Officer - Flexible

Allied Universal • Elgin, IL

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Allied Universal is hiring a part-time Security Officer in Elgin, Illinois, at a financial institution. The role provides a designated site and weekly anchor shift, requiring a six-month commitment, with the option to claim additional shifts through the company’s scheduling platform. Hours may vary week to week, with the opportunity to build up to a full-time schedule of as many as 40 hours per week and scale back when needed. The listed schedule is Sunday, 4:30 AM–4:00 PM. The pay rate is $25.25 per hour.

The Security Officer provides customer service while carrying out site-specific security procedures, policies, and emergency response activities. Duties include unarmed patrols, access monitoring, incident response, and reporting. Applicants must meet age and education requirements and may be subject to background investigation and drug screening. Licensing may be required under applicable state or local rules.

Requirements

• At least 18 years of age for unarmed roles; at least 21 years of age for armed roles.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Applicants are subject to a background investigation in accordance with applicable laws.
• Applicants are subject to a drug screen to the extent permitted by law.
• Meet any state or local licensing requirements that apply before employment.
• A valid driver’s license is required for driving positions only.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to clients, employees, and visitors while following site-specific security procedures, policies, and emergency response activities at a financial institution.
• Conduct regular and random unarmed patrols of interior and exterior areas, including business operations spaces, entrances, parking areas, and the property perimeter, to identify unusual activity and potential concerns.
• Monitor access points, verify credentials as directed, manage visitor entry procedures, and report access-control issues to appropriate personnel.
• Respond calmly and professionally to incidents, alarms, and critical situations, follow site protocols, and contact emergency services when appropriate.
• Prepare accurate daily activity reports and incident documentation, and communicate observations, hazards, and security concerns to Allied Universal leadership and client representatives.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, basic life, AD&D, retirement plans, and disability insurance.
• Seven holidays annually paid at time and a half if worked.
• 40 hours of vacation after one year of employment at eligible work assignments; unused vacation is paid out only where required by law.
• Discounts at restaurants, entertainment venues, and more through the perks program.
• Paid training programs and opportunities for career advancement.

What This Job Offers

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