Security Officer - Part Time Flex

Allied Universal; Romeoville (IL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart Tools program

Career Growth opportunities

Financial benefits

Exclusive perks

Job summary

Allied Universal is seeking a Security Officer – Part Time Enhanced in Romeoville, IL. This role offers a flexible, fixed anchor shift with the option to pick up extra shifts via our scheduling platform, helping you increase earnings while gaining hands-on experience in a leading security organization.

The position emphasizes customer service, screening procedures, and adherence to site-specific policies. Minimum requirements include age, education, background screening, and possible licensing.

Qualifications

• Be at least 18 years old for unarmed roles; 21+ for armed roles.
• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Subject to a background investigation as required by law.
• Drug screen required where permitted by law.
• Licensing requirements may apply per state/local laws.
• Valid driver’s license required for driving positions.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to clients, drivers, visitors, and employees per site procedures.
• Screen personnel, visitors, and items entering designated areas; report prohibited or suspicious items.
• Verify identification, access credentials, and visitor authorization before entry.
• Respond calmly to incidents, alarms, and critical situations; notify site contacts or responders as directed.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of screening areas and perimeter to deter unauthorized activity.

Skills

Customer service

Screening procedures

Identification verification

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

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.

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 Screening Checkpoint in Romeoville, 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: $19.04 / Hour

Job Schedule: Fri 02:00 PM - 10:00 PM

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 clients, drivers, visitors, and/or employees by carrying out site‑specific screening procedures, policies, and emergency response activities as appropriate.
• Screen personnel, visitors, and authorized items entering designated areas in accordance with established procedures; document and report prohibited or suspicious items and activities.
• Verify identification, access credentials, shipping‑related documentation, and visitor authorization before permitting entry to restricted areas.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, problem‑solving manner; notify appropriate site contacts and emergency responders as directed.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of screening areas, facility access points, business operations, and perimeter areas to help to deter unauthorized activity.

Minimum Requirements:

• 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.

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.