Security Guard - Flex Officer

Allied Universal; Franklin Park (IL); On-site; USD 24,000 - 35,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement plans

Disability insurance

Paid holidays

Job summary

Allied Universal is seeking a Security Officer Enhanced Part Time Unarmed Patrol Digital Reporting in Franklin Park, IL. This role offers flexible hours with anchor shifts and opportunities to earn more through a pick-up shifts program.

Pay rate is $21.34 per hour. The position supports part-time scheduling, with a pathway toward full-time hours and career growth within a leading security services company.

Qualifications

• At least one year of security-related experience.
• Comfort with using a computer or tablet.
• Guard card or license preferred.
• Customer service experience preferred.
• 18+ for unarmed roles; 21+ for armed roles.
• Background check required by law.
• Drug screen required by law.
• Licensing may be required by state/local laws.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to tenants, visitors, vendors, and employees following site procedures.
• Conduct regular unarmed patrols of interiors, exteriors, parking areas, and perimeter.
• Monitor access points, verify credentials, and maintain logs and incident reports.
• Respond to incidents and alarms and notify appropriate personnel.
• Maintain a professional presence to deter unauthorized access and support operations.

Skills

Customer service experience

Access control

Emergency response

Computer literacy

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Computer literacy

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

Life doesn’t always follow a fixed schedule. That’s why we created the Security Officer – Part Time Enhanced position: a flexible, dependable option for individuals looking to supplement their income, gain hands-on experience, or work toward a full-time career with the industry leader.

As a Security Officer Enhanced Part Time Unarmed Patrol Digital Reporting in Franklin Park, IL, this role is designed to provide reliable, consistent hours at an assigned site with the flexibility for you to earn more by picking-up additional shifts when it works for you.

Pay Rate: $21.34 / Hour

Job Schedule:

DayTimeSat11:00 PM - 07:00 AM

How This Role Works:

• Fixed-Shift Commitment (“Anchor Shifts”): You will be hired for a designated site and weekly shift that serves as your reliable base schedule. This assignment requires a six (6) month commitment.
• Earn More, Claim-A-Shift Program: In addition to your fixed shift, you may pick-up extra shifts through our scheduling platform, allowing you to increase earnings and gain experience across multiple sites. Work part-time hours this week and full-time the next. It’s all up to you.

This role is ideal for candidates seeking part-time employment with flexibility, income stability, and opportunities to build-up to a full-time schedule of up to 40 hours per week; always with the option to scale back when needed.

Responsibilities:

• Provide customer service to tenants, visitors, vendors, and/or employees by carrying out site-specific procedures, access-control protocols, and emergency response activities at a commercial real estate location.
• Conduct regular and random unarmed patrols of building interiors, exterior grounds, parking areas, loading docks, and perimeter areas to help identify and report unusual activity, hazards, and property concerns.
• Monitor access points, verify visitor and vendor credentials as required, and maintain accurate logs and incident documentation in accordance with site procedures.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, notifying appropriate personnel and emergency services when required.
• Assist with maintaining a professional presence that helps to deter unauthorized access and supports orderly operations throughout the property.

Minimum Requirements:

• Possess at least one year of security-related experience.
• Be comfortable using a computer or tablet preferred.
• Possess access control and/or badge experience preferred.
• Possess a guard card or license preferred.
• Possess customer service experience 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:

• Flexible Scheduling: Choose from a variety of open shifts that align with your availability and lifestyle.
• Career Growth: Clear path to full-time roles and ongoing advancement through paid training programs.
• Smart Tools: Access exclusive technology for real-time shift visibility and claiming.
• Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, basic life, AD&D, retirement plans, and disability insurance; seven holidays annually paid at time and a half, if worked; 40 hours of vacation after one year of employment at eligible work assignments (unused vacation is only paid out where required by law).
• Employee Perks: Enjoy discounts at restaurants, entertainment venues, and more 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.

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