Security Guard - First Shift

Allied Universal; Springfield (IL); On-site; USD 27,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart Tools

Career Growth

Financial and Health Benefits

Exclusive Perks

Job summary

Allied Universal® is a leading security and facility services company. As a Security Officer Unarmed Patrol in Springfield, IL, you will monitor and patrol assigned areas, deter incidents, and provide customer service to staff and visitors at a government facility.

This full-time position offers a stable schedule Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, and a pay rate of $23.38 per hour. Join a team that values caring culture, teamwork, and integrity on every shift.

Qualifications

• At least one year of security-related experience.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• State, county, or city-issued security-related license preferred.
• Background check and drug screen required as a condition of employment.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to visitors, employees, and the public at a government facility by carrying out security procedures and site policies.
• Conduct regular and random unarmed patrols of assigned buildings, grounds, parking areas, and perimeter locations.
• Monitor access points and verify authorization; assist with directing visitors and maintaining entry/exit processes.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations calmly and document observations and actions taken.
• Prepare accurate activity, incident, and daily reports and communicate with site representatives and responding personnel.

Skills

Customer service

Patrol procedures

Security awareness

Communication

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Computer / Tablet

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 Unarmed Patrol in Springfield, IL, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government, and more. As an Unarmed Patrol Officer at a government location, you will monitor and patrol assigned areas, maintain a visible presence to help deter incidents, and support a secure environment. You will communicate professionally with employees and visitors, respond to security-related concerns, and provide outstanding customer service. Join Allied Universal’s agile, reliable, and innovative team, where a caring culture, teamwork, and integrity guide every shift.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $23.38 / Hour

Job Schedule

• Mon 07:00 AM - 03:00 PM
• Tue 07:00 AM - 03:00 PM
• Wed 07:00 AM - 03:00 PM
• Thur 07:00 AM - 03:00 PM
• Fri 07:00 AM - 03:00 PM

What You'll Do

• Provide customer service to visitors, employees, and members of the public at a government facility by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities.
• Conduct regular and random unarmed patrols of assigned buildings, grounds, parking areas, and perimeter locations to help identify and report unusual conditions, hazards, and unauthorized activity.
• Monitor access points and verify authorization in accordance with site procedures; assist with directing visitors and maintaining orderly entry and exit processes.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner; notify appropriate personnel and document observations and actions taken.
• Prepare accurate activity, incident, and daily reports while maintaining professional communication with site representatives, visitors, and responding public service personnel.

Minimum Requirements

• At least one year of security-related experience is required.
• Comfort using a computer or tablet is preferred.
• A state, county, or city-issued security-related license is preferred.
• Customer service experience is preferred.
• 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 and Health Benefits: Enjoy access to a retirement savings plan, plus medical, dental, vision, basic life and AD&D, and disability insurance.
• 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.