Transit Security Officer — Unarmed Full-Time Patrol (Portland)

Allied Universal; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 29,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart Tools

Career Growth

Financial and Health Benefits

Job summary

Allied Universal is hiring a Security Officer Full Time Unarmed Transit Patrol in Portland, OR. You will protect a transportation site through visible patrols, customer service to riders, and incident reporting.

The role emphasizes responding to incidents, maintaining logs, and collaborating with site contacts. A background in security or related fields helps, with various certifications preferred. Growth, benefits, and a strong, people-first culture are highlighted.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of armed security-related, law enforcement, or military experience
• Baton certification and pepper spray certification preferred
• Customer service experience preferred
• Able to lift 20+ pounds is preferred
• Must be 18+ for unarmed roles; 21+ for armed roles
• Background check required by law and license requirements may apply
• Drug screen required where permitted by law
• Licensing requirements may be required

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to passengers, visitors, employees, and contractors following site procedures
• Conduct regular and random patrols of transit facilities and parking areas to deter unauthorized activity
• Monitor entrances and public areas for hazards and report observations
• Respond to incidents calmly and coordinate with emergency services
• Complete incident logs and communicate information to leadership

Skills

Customer service

Patrolling

Emergency response

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Baton certification

Pepper spray certification

Driver’s license

Job description

Allied Universal is hiring a Security Officer Full Time Unarmed Transit Patrol in Portland, OR. You will protect a transportation site through visible patrols, customer service to riders, and incident reporting.

The role emphasizes responding to incidents, maintaining logs, and collaborating with site contacts. A background in security or related fields helps, with various certifications preferred. Growth, benefits, and a strong, people-first culture are highlighted.