Security Guard - Experience Needed

Allied Universal; Bloomington (IL); On-site; USD 27,000 - 38,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Claim a Shift platform

Paid training

Retirement savings plan

Perks program discounts

Job summary

Allied Universal in Bloomington, IL seeks a Part-Time Security Officer Armed Patrol Response to safeguard government locations and visitors. This role emphasizes visible presence, incident response, and professional customer service.

You will perform armed patrols, monitor access points, document activity, and maintain logs while following post orders. The position offers flexible daytime shifts with growth opportunities within a nationwide leader.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of security-related experience.
• Armed guard card or license.
• Comfortable using a computer or tablet is preferred.
• Valid firearms permit is preferred.
• Customer service experience is preferred.
• Be at least 21 years of age for armed roles.
• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Background check conducted per applicable laws.
• Drug screen required where permitted by law.
• Participate in industry-specific security training programs.
• Licensing requirements may be required by state/local laws.
• A valid driver’s license is required for driving positions only.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to employees, visitors, and the public by executing security procedures and emergency response activities at a government location.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations calmly and professionally according to post orders and escalation procedures.
• Conduct regular armed patrols of buildings, grounds, parking areas, and perimeter; adapt to location variations.
• Monitor access points and verify authorization, report suspicious activity and policy violations.
• Maintain accurate activity logs and incident reports per site procedures and Allied Universal standards.

Skills

Customer service

Security awareness

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Computer or tablet

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 Response in Bloomington, IL, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government, 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 an Armed Patrol Officer at a government location, you will conduct routine patrols, maintain a visible presence to help deter security-related incidents, and support a welcoming environment for visitors and staff. You will respond to concerns, document activity, and provide professional customer service and communication. Join Allied Universal, where integrity, teamwork, innovation, and a people-first culture guide our work.

Position Type: Part Time

Pay Rate: $23.38 / Hour

Job Schedule:

DayTimeSat08:30 AM - 05:00 PMSun08:30 AM - 05:00 PM

What You’ll Do:

• Provide customer service to employees, visitors, and members of the public by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and emergency response activities at a government location.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem-solving manner, following established post orders and escalation procedures.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols of assigned buildings, grounds, parking areas, and perimeter areas; working environments and conditions may vary by location.
• Monitor access points and visitor activity, verify authorization as directed, and report suspicious activity, hazards, and policy violations to appropriate personnel.
• Maintain accurate activity logs, incident reports, and other required documentation in accordance with site procedures and Allied Universal standards.

Minimum Requirements:

• Have at least one year of security-related experience.
• Possess an armed guard card or license.
• Be comfortable using a computer or tablet is preferred.
• Possess a valid firearms permit is preferred.
• Have customer service experience is preferred.
• 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 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.

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: 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.