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Allied Universal®, North America’s 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. We offer comprehensive benefits for most full-time positions, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, life insurance, a retirement plan, employee assistance programs, company discounts, perks, and more.

Join a team that values and honors your commitment. Apply today and be part of something bigger!

+ **Starting Pay Rate $19.00 / Hour**

+ **Join the Nation's Largest Security Company, expanding Internationally!**

+ **Promote from Within Culture! Plenty of Opportunities for Career Development!**

+ **Paid Orientation and On The Job Training!**

Available Schedule: Full Time

Site Requirements: Valid Driver's License

Allied Universal has security jobs and are seeking to fill the position of a **Security Officer** .

The **Security Officer** is responsible for the safety and security of the facilities they protect. A **Security Officer** acts as a visible deterrent to crime and client rule infractions and detect and report suspicious, unsafe or criminal acts at or near their assigned posts, which may be a threat to the property, clients, guests or employees at the site.

QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS:

+ Be at least 18 years of age with high school diploma or equivalent

+ Possess effective written and oral communication and interpersonal skills with ability to deal with all levels of personnel and the general public in a professional and effective manner

+ Licensing requirements are subject to state and/or local laws and regulations and may be required prior to employment.

+ Driving Positions: must possess a valid Driver’s License with at least one year of driving experience, a clean driving record (no major violations within last 36 months, no more than 1 accident in last 24 months, no more than one minor moving violation in last 24 months), a minimum level of insurance as required by Company policy, and the ability to safely operate a vehicle required.

+ As a condition of employment, employee must successfully complete a background investigation and a drug screen in accordance with all federal, state, and local laws

+ Required to work for multiple clients at multiple locations; covering special projects, call offs, vacations and open shifts

+ Must be available to work any time and day

+ Display exceptional customer service and communication skills

+ Have intermediate computer skills to operate innovative, wireless technology at client specific sites

+ Ability to handle crisis situations at the client site, calmly and efficiently

+ Able to:

+ Work in various environments such as cold weather, rain/snow or heat

+ Occasionally lift or carry up to 40 pounds

+ Climb stairs, ramps, or ladders occasionally during shift

+ Stand or walk on various surfaces for long periods of time

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES :

+ Heavy Customer Service Background - we are looking for highly motivated people who are dedicated to providing outstanding customer service to our client, our employees, and any guests and visitors.

+ Someone who can speak clearly, give direction, and provide guidance to employees and security staff during emergencies

+ Ability to handle crisis situations at the client site, calmly and efficiently

+ The ability to efficiently multitask, with excellent organization skills

+ Answer and respond to events and situations received over regular and emergency phones, 2- way radios, and intercoms.

+ Accurately document routine and unusual events occurring on or near the facilities (accomplished via shift reports, pass-downs logs, incident reports, incident reports logs, or other established methods)

+ Make emergency notifications as necessary pursuant to site Post Orders

+ Ability to work in and out of all weather conditions

+ Ability to assist new officers in learning Post Orders

+ Proficient Computer skills - Ability to learn new programs

+ Ability to walk, stand, sit for long periods of time

+ Ability to walk-up stairs to conduct tours

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS REQUIRED:

+ Advanced computer skills and proficiency; proficiency with Microsoft Office and/or Google Applications

+ Ability to quickly and efficiently analyze high stress situations to determine the proper communication of events & to dispatch the proper teams to determine the best course of action to take.

+ Ability to adapt in a dynamic work environment while possibly working under pressure

+ Ability to prioritize workload based on urgency

+ Ability to communicate effectively

+ The ability to remain calm in the face of adversary/ elevated stressful situations

+ Be organized with strong attention to detail

+ Demonstrated analytic and critical thinking skills

+ Flexible working schedule to include nights and weekends

+ Ability to work in a team environment

Perks and Benefits:

+ Health insurance and 401k plans for full-time positions

+ Flexible part time and full-time schedules that fit with your personal life goals

+ Ongoing paid training programs and career growth opportunities

+ **We offer attractive Pay Options! DailyPay, WeeklyPay…**

+ Employee discounts through our perks program to your favorite restaurants, entertainment venues and much more…

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: www.aus.com

If you have any questions regarding Equal Employment Opportunity, have difficulty using the online system and require an alternate method to apply, or require an accommodation at any time during the recruitment and/or employment process, please contact our local Human Resources department. To find an office near you, please visit: www.aus.com/offices.

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: www.aus.com

If you have any questions regarding Equal Employment Opportunity, have difficulty using the online system and require an alternate method to apply, or require an accommodation at any time during the recruitment and/or employment process, please contact our local Human Resources department. To find an office near you, please visit: www.aus.com/offices.

**Job ID:** 2025-1376182

**Location:** United States-Illinois-Saint Elmo

**Job Category:** Security Officer, Part Time Security