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Professional Security Officer – Full Time
Former military / law enforcement encouraged to apply!!
Location: Pontoon Beach, Edwardsville, Sauger, IL
Rate: $16.00-$18.00/HR
Securitas Security Services is the World Leader in private security employing over 350,000 Security Officers and staff worldwide in more than 45 countries. We are currently hiring qualified individuals for Security Officer positions to join OUR Team. Securitas has operations across the United States, from guarding to high tech enabled security. We provide specialized security services and high-tech solutions individually tailored for our prestigious clients.
We are seeking candidates to provide excellent customer service to our clients and their guests while adhering to our core values of: Integrity, Vigilance, and Helpfulness. Our teams create safe and secure environments, conducting themselves in a professional manner. We help make the world a safer place, by providing innovative high-quality sustainable security and peace of mind for our clients and their customers when they need it most!
We are a THC Free and Drug Free Workplace.
Drug screen (mouth swab and/or urinalyses are used) and background investigation (drug screen includes THC)
All interviews will be in-person at our office.
Open Interviews
Every Thursday
10:00am to 11:30am.
Proper interview attire required to be interviewed.
DRESS TO IMPRESS!!!
Location:
141 Market Place (intersection of Jerome and Market Place)
Suite 108
Fairview Heights, Illinois
62208
Call 618-257-2815 for any questions (Press option for Sherrico or Adam).
Available shifts for Security Officers will include 2nd shift and/or 3rd shift, weekends, and holidays.
Monday to Friday and/or day shift positions are not available.
What Your Day May Look Like
- Conflict resolution and De-escalation.
- Secure entrances / patrol inside and outside the client’s premises.
- Frequent interactions with client employees and guests.
- Identify and report safety issues or hazardous conditions.
- Clearly and quickly report any suspicious activity.
- Provide detailed written witness reports.
Security Officer Benefits
- Weekly pay cycle!
- Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, and Health Savings Accounts.
- Paid Time Off.
- 401k.
- Tuition Reimbursement.
- Life Insurance and Disability Insurance.
- Employee Assistance Program.
- Training programs.
- Dedicated Region and Area Management support staff.
- Career growth opportunities.
Security Officer Minimum Requirements
- Must be at least 18 years of age to qualify for a PERC Security Officer License in the State of Illinois.
- Valid Driver's License and clean driving record required. (All our positions will include driver certification).
- Have a High School Diploma or GED or be willing to complete the GED program within six months.
- Average to above average computer skills.
- Customer service background preferred.
- Security experience a plus.
- Must be able to interact with a wide range of individuals in a professional manner.
- Must be able to conduct patrols throughout shift.
- Have reliable transportation (private transportation is required) (Public transportation is generally not available at our various site locations).
- Have reliable working communication device (cell phone).
- Have the legal right to work in the United States.
- Ability to speak, read, and write English.
- Must have great attention to detail and have the ability to remain vigilant throughout shift.
- Willing to participate in the Company's Security Officer pre-employment screening process, including drug screen (mouth swab and/or urinalyses are used) and background investigation (drug screen includes THC).
Let us welcome you to
OUR TEAM of Security Officers!
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Securitas employees come from all walks of life, bringing with them a variety of distinctive skills and perspectives. United through our common purpose, we provide the security needed to safeguard our clients' assets and people. Our core values - Integrity, Vigilance and Helpfulness - are represented by the three red dots in the Securitas logo. If you live by these values, we’re looking for you to join the Securitas team.
Our Company Mission
Securitas’ mission is to protect homes, workplaces, and communities by providing the security services they need to protect their assets, safeguard their people, and maintain their ability to generate profits.
Our Values
Securitas’ core values - Integrity, Vigilance and Helpfulness - are the foundation for our employees to build trust with customers, colleagues, and the surrounding community.
Integrity
Securitas employees are honest and trusted by customers to safeguard their premises and valuables. We don’t compromise on integrity and create an open forum for our employees and customers to voice opinions, report improprieties, and share information.
Vigilance
Seeing, hearing, and evaluating. A Securitas employee is always attentive and often notices things that others don’t. Their vigilance is necessary in order to be aware of potential risks or incidents that may take place on our customers’ premises.
Helpfulness
As part of an on-going effort to ensure safety, Securitas employees are always ready to help if an incident occurs that requires intervention regardless of whether or not it is directly related to their job.
- Job Identification 157910
- Job Category Security Officers
- Posting Date 04/17/2025, 03:39 PM
- Degree Level High School Graduate
- Job Schedule Full time
- Locations Pontoon Beach, IL, United States
- Pay Range $16.00-$18.00/HR
- Hiring Location Country United States
- Hiring Location State Illinois
- Hiring Location City Fairview Heights
- Hiring Location Zip Code 62208
- Department 60740
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