Security Officer Part Time Armed Patrol

Allied Universal; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Allied Universal is seeking a Part Time Armed Patrol Security Officer in CHICAGO, IL. You will perform routine patrols, deter security incidents, and provide professional customer service to students, staff, and visitors.

This Part Time role offers weekend shifts (Sat/Sun, 5:00 PM - 1:00 AM) with a pay rate of $20.50 per hour. Requirements include armed guard licensing, one year of security experience, and background checks in accordance with laws.

Qualifications

• One year of security-related experience is required.
• An armed guard card or license is required.
• Be at least 21 years of age for armed roles.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to students, faculty, staff, visitors, and campus partners by carrying out security-related procedures and site policies.
• Respond to incidents and alarms in a calm, professional manner and inform appropriate contacts or emergency personnel.
• Conduct regular armed patrols of campus buildings, grounds, parking areas, and perimeter to deter unauthorized activity.
• Monitor access control points and verify authorized access per site procedures.
• Prepare accurate reports and maintain documentation related to incidents and patrols.

Skills

Customer service

Armed security

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Alarm systems

Job description

Security Officer Part Time Armed Patrol

Job Locations

US-IL-Chicago

Job Details

• Category (Portal Searching): Security Officer Level
• Workdays Available: Saturday, Sunday
• Shifts Available: Afternoon
• 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 Part Time Armed Patrol in CHICAGO, IL, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Education, 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. Join Allied Universal as an Armed Security Officer supporting an educational location. You will conduct routine patrols, maintain a visible presence to help deter security-related incidents, respond to concerns, and provide professional customer service and communication to students, staff, and visitors. Bring your integrity, reliability, and teamwork to a caring, innovative culture where people come first.

Position Type: Part Time

Pay Rate: $20.50 / Hour

Job Schedule: Sat: 05:00 PM - 01:00 AM; Sun: 05:00 PM - 01:00 AM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to students, faculty, staff, visitors, and campus partners by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, suspicious activity, and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem-solving manner; communicate observations to appropriate campus contacts and/or emergency personnel.
• Conduct regular and random armed patrols of campus buildings, grounds, parking areas, access points, and perimeter areas to help deter unauthorized activity and identify security-related concerns.
• Monitor access control points and verify authorized access in accordance with site-specific procedures while maintaining a professional presence in an educational environment.
• Prepare accurate reports and maintain required documentation related to incidents, patrols, observations, and other security-related activities.

Minimum Requirements:

• At least one year of security-related experience is required.
• An armed guard card or license is required.
• 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.

Requisition ID

2026-1676885