Security Officer - Open Availability

Allied Universal • Bloomington, IL

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Allied Universal is hiring a part-time Security Officer – Open Availability in Bloomington, Illinois. The role provides a fixed weekly anchor shift at an assigned site, with a six-month commitment, and the option to claim additional shifts through a scheduling platform. Extra shifts may be available across multiple sites, allowing employees to increase or scale back their hours; schedules can build up to 40 hours per week. The position is primarily a driving post and pays $17.00 per hour. The listed shift is Thursday, 10:00 AM–2:00 PM.

Requirements

• Be at least 18 years of age for unarmed roles or 21 or older for armed roles.
• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Submit to a background investigation, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.
• Submit to a drug screen to the extent permitted by law.
• Meet any applicable state or local licensing requirements, which may be required before employment.
• Have a valid driver’s license if working in a driving position.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to clients, shoppers, and store personnel by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and appropriate emergency response activities.
• Respond calmly to incidents, customer concerns, and critical situations, escalating matters according to site procedures.
• Conduct regular and random patrols throughout retail sales areas, entrances, parking areas, and the perimeter to deter unauthorized activity and identify security concerns.
• Monitor access points and observe customer and employee activity for potential policy violations, suspicious behavior, or other security concerns.
• Accurately document incidents, observations, and patrol activities, and communicate relevant information to site leadership and/or Allied Universal supervision.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Basic life and AD&D insurance
• Retirement plans
• 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 employee 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