Security Service - Township Security Officer

Township of Schaumburg • Hoffman Estates, IL

8d • Onsite

About The Position

The Township Security personnel are essential to upholding the safety and security of the building. Their visible presence effectively deters violations of Township regulations and organizational policies. Equipped with training to identify and report suspicious, unsafe, or criminal behavior, they proactively maintain a secure environment. Their primary mission is to safeguard the property and ensure the well-being of residents, guests, and employees on the premises.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of two (2) years of security, law enforcement, military, or comparable public-safety experience required; current or former law enforcement or military experience preferred.
• Valid Illinois Driver’s License, FOID card, and Concealed Carry License (CCL) required.
• Must provide and maintain an approved personal firearm and meet all applicable qualification requirements.
• Must maintain all training, retraining, certification, continuing-education, and qualification requirements applicable to the employee’s current or retired law-enforcement status.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and professional judgment skills.
• Ability to maintain a professional appearance and demeanor while interacting with employees, residents, visitors, and emergency personnel.
• Basic computer proficiency.

Nice To Haves

• current or former law enforcement or military experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Monitor Township entrances, exits, common areas, surrounding areas, and video surveillance systems for safety, security, access, and suspicious activity.
• Maintain a visible, professional security presence and help ensure a safe environment for employees, residents, visitors, and program participants.
• Respond to and appropriately escalate suspicious activity, disturbances, safety concerns, emergencies, and other security-related incidents in accordance with Township procedures.
• Contact and coordinate with Hoffman Estates Police, Fire, or other emergency services when necessary.
• Conduct security rounds, monitor facility access, and secure doors, alarms, and designated areas at the conclusion of assigned coverage.
• Document and communicate security incidents, unusual activity, facility concerns, and other relevant information occurring during the shift.
• Greet residents and visitors, provide basic directions or facility assistance, and route calls or inquiries to the appropriate Township department as needed.
• Provide limited support with minor facility needs, such as moving chairs or tables, when necessary and when it does not interfere with security responsibilities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Eligible part-time employees receive a front-loaded paid leave allotment based on their anticipated annual work schedule.
• Additional paid leave will be provided as required by applicable law if actual hours worked exceed the anticipated schedule.
• Part-time employees may be eligible for participation in the Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund (IMRF).
• paid holidays when aligned with scheduled work hours.
• paid leave in accordance with applicable Township policy and law.
• professional development opportunities.
• employee wellness and recognition programs.

What This Job Offers

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