Part-Time Security Officer — Retail | Flexible Shifts

Allied Universal; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

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Job summary

Allied Universal is seeking a Part Time Security Officer in Chicago, IL. The role focuses on unarmed security at a retail location, providing excellent customer service while maintaining a visible security presence and reporting observations to help deter incidents.

Position type is Part Time with a schedule including daytime shifts. Pay rate is $18.50 per hour. Applicants must meet minimum requirements and pass background checks and drug screening where permitted by law.

Qualifications

• At least 6 months of security-related experience.
• Customer service experience preferred.
• Ability to lift more than 20 pounds is preferred.
• Must be at least 18 years old for unarmed roles; 21+ for armed roles.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Background check as per federal/state/local laws.
• Drug screen as permitted by law.
• Licensing as required by state/local laws.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to tenants, shoppers, visitors, and employees while carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and emergency response activities as appropriate.
• Conduct regular and random unarmed patrols throughout the retail property, including common areas, parking areas, building exteriors, and perimeter locations.
• Respond to incidents, disturbances, and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem-solving manner, contacting appropriate personnel and emergency responders when needed.
• Observe and report unusual activity, property conditions, and policy violations to help deter unauthorized access, theft, and disruptive behavior.
• Complete required patrol logs, incident reports, and daily activity documentation in accordance with site procedures.

Skills

Security-related experience

Customer service experience

Lifting ability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Computer or tablet proficiency

Job description

Allied Universal is seeking a Part Time Security Officer in Chicago, IL. The role focuses on unarmed security at a retail location, providing excellent customer service while maintaining a visible security presence and reporting observations to help deter incidents.

Position type is Part Time with a schedule including daytime shifts. Pay rate is $18.50 per hour. Applicants must meet minimum requirements and pass background checks and drug screening where permitted by law.