Security Officer - Armed Patrol Driver

Allied Universal; Harrisburg (IL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

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Job summary

Allied Universal, North America's leading security and facility services company, is seeking a Security Officer Armed Patrol Driver in Harrisburg, IL to safeguard students, staff, and visitors while conducting routine armed patrols and responding to incidents. This is a full-time overnight role with a pay rate of $21.84 per hour.

The position entails monitoring access points, maintaining firearms qualifications, and delivering customer service in a dynamic educational environment, aligning with

Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license required.
• CPR certification preferred.
• Armed guard card or license preferred.
• 21+ years old for armed roles.
• High school diploma or equivalent completed.
• Background check in accordance with laws.
• Drug screen as permitted by law.
• Industry-specific security training.
• Licensing requirements may be required prior to employment.
• Driver’s license required for driving roles only.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to students, faculty, staff, visitors, and contractors per site policies and emergency procedures.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, disturbances, medical situations with calm, documented actions.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols of campus buildings, parking, and grounds.
• Monitor access points and deter unauthorized entry and suspicious activity.
• Maintain firearms qualifications and handle equipment per laws and policy.

Skills

Customer service

Observation skills

Security procedures

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Security Officer - Armed Patrol Driver

Job Locations

US-IL-Harrisburg

Job Details

• Category (Portal Searching): Security Officer Level
• Workdays Available: Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday
• Shifts Available: Overnight
• Business Unit: AUS

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 Driver in Harrisburg, IL, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Education, and more. As an Armed Patrol Officer at an educational location, you will conduct routine patrols, maintain a visible presence to help deter security-related incidents, and support a welcoming environment for students, staff, and visitors. This driving post offers the opportunity to provide exceptional customer service, respond to security-related concerns, and communicate clearly while representing Allied Universal's agile, reliable, innovative, caring, and integrity-driven culture.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $21.84 / Hour

Job Schedule:

• Thur 11:00 PM - 07:00 AM
• Fri 11:00 PM - 07:00 AM
• Sat 11:00 PM - 07:00 AM
• Sun 11:00 PM - 07:00 AM

What You’ll Do

• Provide customer service to students, faculty, staff, visitors, and/or contractors by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, disturbances, medical situations, and other critical events in a calm, problem-solving manner; document observations and actions according to site procedures.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols of campus buildings, parking areas, walkways, grounds, and perimeter areas, with working environments and conditions varying throughout the educational location.
• Monitor access points and observe campus activity to help deter unauthorized entry, suspicious behavior, theft, vandalism, and/or other policy violations.
• Maintain required firearms qualifications and handle assigned equipment in accordance with applicable laws, company policy, and site-specific procedures.

Minimum Requirements

• A valid driver's license is required in accordance with Allied Universal driver policy requirements.
• CPR certification is preferred.
• An armed guard card or license 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 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.

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

2026-1676767