Security Officer - Perimeter Walks - Elmhurst
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. Job Description As a Security Officer - Perimeter Walks in Elmhurst , you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government, and more. Join Allied Universal as an unarmed patrol officer supporting a government location. You will monitor and patrol assigned areas, conduct routine rounds, and stay highly visible to help deter security-related incidents. You will document observations, communicate clearly with site contacts and your team, and provide helpful customer service to visitors and staff. Bring integrity and teamwork to a role where agile, reliable, and innovative service makes a daily impact.
Requirements
- A New York State Security Guard License is required.
- 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.
Responsibilities
- Provide customer service to clients and visitors by following Allied Universal security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and/or emergency response activities at a government location.
- Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, coordinating with site leadership and/or public agency personnel as required.
- Conduct regular and random patrols of assigned buildings, grounds, and perimeter areas to help to deter unauthorized activity; working environments and conditions may vary by location.
- Monitor access points by observing entries and exits, confirming identification and/or visitor authorization when directed by post orders, and documenting unusual activity.
- Complete patrol logs, incident reports, and shift documentation in a timely manner, and communicate observations to the supervisor and/or oncoming officers.
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.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
