Security Officer - Armed

Allied Universal•Bloomington, IL

21d•Onsite

About The Position

Allied Universal is hiring a part-time Security Officer Armed Incident Response to serve and safeguard a government location in Bloomington, Illinois. The officer will provide customer service while carrying out security procedures, site-specific policies, and emergency response activities. The role involves armed patrols, responding to security concerns, monitoring access, and communicating and documenting observations. The position requires an armed guard card or license and is scheduled Wednesdays and Thursdays from 5:00 PM to 12:30 AM. Pay is $23.38 per hour.

Requirements

At least one year of security-related experience.
Possess an armed guard card or license.
Be at least 21 years of age for armed roles.
Possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
Participate in industry-specific security training programs.
Submit to a background investigation in accordance with applicable laws.
Submit to a drug screen to the extent permitted by law.

Nice To Haves

A valid firearms permit is preferred.
A state-, county-, or city-issued security-related license is preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide customer service to visitors, employees, and members of the public while carrying out security procedures, site-specific policies, and emergency response activities.
Respond calmly and professionally to incidents, alarms, disturbances, and critical situations, escalating concerns according to established procedures.
Conduct regular and random armed patrols of buildings, grounds, parking areas, access points, and perimeter areas.
Monitor access to restricted areas and verify credentials as required.
Report unauthorized activity, suspicious behavior, and policy violations to appropriate personnel.
Prepare clear and accurate reports of incidents, patrol activities, and security-related observations.