Security Guard - Shopping Center

Alliedbarton Security Services; Oak Brook (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart Tools

Career Growth

Retirement savings plan

Perks Program discounts

Job summary

Allied Universal is seeking a Part Time Security Officer in Oak Brook, IL to patrol retail locations, deter incidents, and provide excellent customer service. The role emphasizes visible presence, safety, and responsive communication with staff and visitors.

Responsibilities include unarmed patrols, access monitoring, incident documentation, and adherence to site procedures. Requires HS diploma, background check, and may require licensing and a valid driver’s license for driving roles.

Qualifications

• 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.
• Background investigation required by federal, state and local laws.
• Criminal histories considered in a manner consistent with laws.
• Drug screen required where permitted by law.
• Licensing requirements depend on state/local laws; may be required.
• Valid driver’s license required for driving positions only.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to clients, visitors, and employees by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and emergency response activities when needed.
• Respond to incidents, customer concerns, and critical situations calmly and professionally, notifying appropriate personnel as required.
• Conduct regular and random unarmed patrols throughout the retail location, including sales areas, entrances, stock areas, and perimeter.
• Monitor access points and observe visitor and employee activity to deter unauthorized access and potential loss.
• Document incidents, observations, and patrol activities accurately and communicate information to site leadership and Allied Universal supervision.

Skills

Customer service

Education

High school diploma

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 Part Time Patrol Assistance in Oak Brook, IL, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Retail/Malls, 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 unarmed patrol officer at a retail location, you will conduct routine patrols, maintain a visible presence to help deter incidents, and support a welcoming environment for customers, employees, and visitors. You will provide exceptional customer service, communicate clearly, and respond to security-related concerns with professionalism. Join Allied Universal’s agile, reliable, innovative team, where a caring culture, teamwork, and integrity come first.

Position Type: Part Time

Pay Rate: $22.15 / Hour

Job Schedule:

DayTimeMon10:00 AM - 08:00 PMSun11:00 AM - 06:00 PM

What You\'ll Do:

• Provide customer service to clients, visitors, and employees by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities.
• Respond to incidents, customer concerns, and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem-solving manner, notifying appropriate personnel as needed.
• Conduct regular and random unarmed patrols throughout the retail location, including sales areas, entrances, stock areas, and perimeter, to help identify unusual activity or conditions.
• Monitor access points and observe visitor and employee activity in accordance with site procedures, helping to deter unauthorized access and potential loss-related concerns.
• Document incidents, observations, and patrol activities accurately and communicate relevant information to site leadership and Allied Universal supervision.

Minimum Requirements:

• 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 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.

Requisition ID

2026-1691830