Security Officer Armed Patrol Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

Overview

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.

Job Description

As a Security Officer Armed Patrol Specialist in Chicago, IL , you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Financial Institutions, and more. Join Allied Universal at a premier financial institution location as an armed patrol professional. In this role, you will monitor and patrol assigned areas, remain visible to help deter security-related incidents, and deliver outstanding customer service and communication. You will support a caring, agile, and reliable team that puts people first, values integrity, and brings innovation to every interaction while making a meaningful impact each day.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $25.00 / Hour

Job Schedule:

DayTimeTue08:45 AM - 05:15 PMWed08:45 AM - 05:15 PMThur08:45 AM - 05:15 PMFri08:45 AM - 05:15 PMSat08:45 AM - 12:45 PM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to clients, visitors, and/or employees by following security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and appropriate emergency response activities at a financial services location.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and/or critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, documenting observations and communicating with site contacts and first responders as needed.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols throughout the location, including exterior areas, parking areas, entry points, and perimeter zones, to help to deter unauthorized activity.
• Monitor access to restricted areas, verify credentials when required, and report unusual behavior, suspicious activity, and/or policy violations in accordance with post orders.
• Support opening and closing procedures, maintain a visible presence in customer-facing and operational areas, and complete required reports related to daily activities and security-related incidents.

Minimum Requirements:

• Possess an armed guard card and/or license.
• Provide proof of a high school diploma or GED as required by the client.
• Be at least 21 years of age.
• 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 driver’s 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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Requisition ID

2026-1639094