Security Officer Armed Patrol Unit
Chicago, IL - USA
Job Summary
Overview
Allied Universal North Americas leading security and facility services company offers rewarding careers that provide you a sense of purpose. While working in a dynamic welcoming and collaborative workplace you will be part of a team that contributes to a culture that positively impacts the communities and customers we serve.
Job Description
As a Security Officer Armed Patrol Unit in CHICAGO IL you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Education and more. Join Allied Universal as an armed patrol officer at a dynamic education location where you will monitor and patrol assigned areas maintain a visible presence to help deter security-related incidents and support a welcoming environment for students staff and visitors. This role combines active patrol responsibilities with strong customer service and communication while reflecting Allied Universals values of agility reliability innovation teamwork and integrity.
Position Type: Full Time
Pay Rate: $20.25 / Hour
Job Schedule:
| Day | Time |
|---|---|
| Mon | 05:00 PM - 01:00 AM |
| Tue | 05:00 PM - 01:00 AM |
| Wed | 05:00 PM - 01:00 AM |
| Thur | 05:00 PM - 01:00 AM |
| Sun | 05:00 PM - 01:00 AM |
What Youll Do:
- Provide customer service to students faculty staff and visitors by carrying out security-related procedures site-specific policies and/or emergency response activities appropriate to an educational location.
- Respond to incidents disturbances and critical situations in a calm professional and problem-solving manner including situations that may require an armed presence consistent with post orders.
- Conduct regular and random patrols throughout campus buildings parking areas walkways and perimeter locations with working environments and conditions varying by assignment.
- Monitor access points and help to deter unauthorized entry trespassing and/or disruptive behavior by following site protocols and documenting observed activity.
- Support emergency and routine operations by communicating with local leadership assisting with incident reporting and remaining prepared to respond to alarms calls for service and policy-related concerns.
Minimum Requirements:
- Have at least 1 year of security-related experience.
- Possess an armed guard card and/or license.
- Provide proof of a high school diploma or GED.
- Be at least 21 years of age.
- Be able to ride a bike.
- Be at least 21 years of age for armed roles.
- Possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
- As a condition of employment applicants will be subject to a background investigation in accordance with all federal state and local laws.
- Allied Universal will consider qualified applications with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable laws.
- As a condition of employment applicants will be subject to a drug screen to the extent permitted by law.
- Participate in industry-specific security training programs.
- Licensing requirements are subject to state and/or local laws and regulations and may be required prior to employment.
- A valid drivers license will be required for driving positions only.
Why Join Us:
- Smart Tools: Access to our exclusive technology to view and claim additional shifts to earn more.
- Career Growth: Get paid training and access to career growth opportunities.
- Financial and Health Benefits: Enjoy access to a retirement savings plan plus medical dental vision basic life and AD&D and disability insurance.
- Exclusive Perks: Enjoy discounts on top brands and services through our Perks Program.
Closing
Allied Universal is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity age color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin genetic information disability protected veteran status or relationship/association with a protected veteran or any other basis or characteristic protected by law. For more information: .
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About Company
Allied Universal, a leading security and facility services company in North America, is pleased to announce the acquisition of G4S plc. This acquisition is now able to complete as Allied Universal has satisfied or waived all of the required offer conditions, including the required ant ... View more