Security Guard - College Campus Setting

Allied Universal; Oglesby (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart Tools

Career Growth

Retirement Savings Plan

Perks Program

Job summary

Allied Universal is seeking a part-time Security Officer Front Desk Driver in Oglesby, IL. You will manage visitor access, greet guests, and provide excellent customer service while supporting campus operations. A valid driver’s license is required for this driving role.

The position offers flexible scheduling with part-time shifts and opportunities to grow within a leading security and facility services company. Join a team that values integrity, teamwork, and service excellence.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Background check required by law.
• Drug screen required by law.
• Ages: 18+ for unarmed, 21+ for armed roles.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to students, faculty, staff, visitors, and vendors per site procedures.
• Monitor front desk, greet and screen visitors, verify IDs and records.
• Respond calmly to incidents and escalate to appropriate personnel or emergency services.
• Monitor access points, alarms, cameras, and communications from the front desk.
• Provide directions and information, and document incidents and activities accurately.

Skills

Customer service

Access control

Front desk

Driver

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

CCTV systems

Alarm monitoring

Job description

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.

As a Security Officer Front Desk Driver in Oglesby, IL, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Tech/Media/Telecom, and more. Join a leading team where flexibility meets opportunity. As a Part-Time Security Officer, you can build a schedule that works for you and explore new roles using our Claim a Shift platform. Learn more: aus.com/earnmore. As a Front Desk Security Professional at a technology, media, and telecommunications location, you will welcome visitors, manage access, monitor activity, and provide outstanding customer service and communication. This driving position requires a valid driver’s license. Join Allied Universal’s agile, reliable, and innovative team, where a caring culture, teamwork, and integrity support a professional and welcoming environment.

Position Type: Part Time

Pay Rate: $18.04 / Hour

Job Schedule:

• Mon: 08:00 AM - 04:00 PM
• Tue: 08:00 AM - 04:00 PM
• Fri: 08:00 AM - 04:00 PM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to students, faculty, staff, visitors, and vendors by carrying out site-specific procedures, access-control practices, and when appropriate, emergency response activities.
• Monitor the front desk area, greet and screen visitors, verify identification and credentials, and maintain visitor records in accordance with site policies.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, escalating concerns to appropriate campus personnel and/or emergency services.
• Monitor access points, alarms, cameras, and communications equipment from the front desk to help deter unauthorized activity and report security-related concerns.
• Provide directions and general information, assist with communication between visitors and campus departments, and complete accurate incident and activity documentation.

Minimum Requirements:

• A valid driver’s license is required in accordance with Allied Universal driver policy requirements.
• Be at least 18 years of age for unarmed roles; 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.
• 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 Benefits: Participate in our retirement savings plan to invest in your future.
• Exclusive Perks: Enjoy discounts on top brands and services through our Perks Program.

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 difficulty using the online system and require an alternate method to apply or require an accommodation, please contact our local Human Resources department. To find an office near you, please visit: www.aus.com/offices.