Security Officer - Full-Time Unarmed Patrol

Allied Universal • Cahokia, IL

1d • $20 • Onsite

About The Position

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. As a Security Officer - Full-Time Unarmed Patrol in East Saint Louis, IL, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government, and more. Join Allied Universal as an unarmed Patrol Officer at a government location, monitoring and patrolling assigned areas and conducting routine rounds with a highly visible presence to help discourage security-related incidents. You will assist staff and visitors, communicate clearly, and document observations and/or concerns with professionalism. In a fast-moving setting, bring an agile, reliable, and innovative mindset, delivering through teamwork, acting with integrity, and supporting a people-first culture.

Requirements

• Have at least 1+ years of security experience.
• Be 21+ years of age.
• 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.

Nice To Haves

• Handcuffs, pepper spray, and/or baton experience is preferred.
• Be able to lift more than 20 lbs, preferred.
• At this site there are limited on-site facilities such as portable toilets and rustic guard shacks.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to guests, employees, and visitors by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities at a government location.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including contacting appropriate personnel and/or public responders as needed.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of buildings, platforms, parking areas, and perimeter zones to help to deter unauthorized activity and/or policy violations.
• Monitor alarms, cameras, and access points where assigned, assist with crowd control and/or line management, and report hazards or unusual conditions to site leadership.
• Document observations, incidents, and patrol activities in written reports and logs, and communicate timely updates to supervisors and/or client representatives.

Benefits

• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED