Downtown Security Officer – Government Site (FT)

Allied Universal; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 34,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart Tools accessibility

Career Growth opportunities

Health benefits

Discounts through Perks Program

Job summary

Allied Universal seeks a Security Officer to join our downtown Portland team. You will monitor a government location, perform access control, and respond to incidents with professionalism and care for safety.

The role requires customer service focus, routine patrols, and strong communication. Your schedule is set for daytime hours with a steady shift pattern and a wage of $25.90 per hour.

Qualifications

• At least one year of security-related experience.
• Customer service experience is preferred.
• Alarm panel experience is preferred.
• Access control and badge experience is preferred.
• Be at least 18 years of age for unarmed roles; 21+ for armed roles.
• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Background check and drug screen required by law.
• Licensing requirements may be required prior to employment.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to visitors, employees, and the public at a government location.
• Respond to incidents and inquiries calmly, following post orders and escalation procedures.
• Conduct regular patrols to deter unauthorized activity and identify security concerns.
• Monitor access points and report unusual conditions to appropriate personnel.
• Complete required logs and incident reports accurately.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Allied Universal seeks a Security Officer to join our downtown Portland team. You will monitor a government location, perform access control, and respond to incidents with professionalism and care for safety.

The role requires customer service focus, routine patrols, and strong communication. Your schedule is set for daytime hours with a steady shift pattern and a wage of $25.90 per hour.