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. We offer comprehensive benefits for most full-time positions, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, life insurance, a retirement plan, employee assistance programs, company discounts, perks, and more.

Position Summary:

We are seeking a professional, experienced Part-Time Flex Security Officer to support various shifts in the downtown Chicago area. This position is ideal for someone with 2–5+ years of security experience who thrives in customer-facing environments and can adapt quickly to different building protocols.

Location: Chicago, IL
Compensation: USD $18.50 / Hour
Employment Type: Part-Time

Schedule Details:

• Shifts Available: Morning, Afternoon, Evening, Overnight

• Workdays: Monday – Sunday (must be flexible and available across all days)

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide a visible, professional security presence at client sites.

• Perform access control duties, monitor CCTV, and respond to incidents.

• Deliver excellent customer service to tenants, visitors, and contractors.

• Complete detailed incident and shift reports.

• Support multiple posts and cover various shifts as needed.

Requirements:

• Must be 21 years or older

• 2–5+ years of prior security experience required

• Strong customer service background is essential

• Must be comfortable working in professional settings

• Flexible availability including overnight and weekend shifts

• Ability to maintain a polished, professional appearance

• Must be dependable, punctual, and quick to adapt to changing assignments

This is a part-time flex role in a fast-paced, professional environment—perfect for someone looking to gain diverse site experience while maintaining a steady schedule.

The Security Flex Officer is responsible for the safety and security of the facilities they protect. A Security Flex Officer acts as a visible deterrent to crime and client rule infractions and detect and report suspicious, unsafe or criminal acts at or near their assigned posts, which may be a threat to the property, clients, guests or employees at the site. 

QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS:

• Be at least 18 years of age with high school diploma or equivalent
• Possess effective written and oral communication and interpersonal skills with ability to deal with all levels of personnel and the general public in a professional and effective manner

• Licensing requirements are subject to state and/or local laws and regulations and may be required prior to employment.

• Driving Positions: must possess a valid Driver’s License with at least one year of driving experience, a clean driving record (no major violations within last 36 months, no more than 1 accident in last 24 months, no more than one minor moving violation in last 24 months), a minimum level of insurance as required by Company policy, and the ability to safely operate a vehicle required.

• As a condition of employment, employee must successfully complete a background investigation and a drug screen in accordance with all federal, state, and local laws
• Required to work for multiple clients at multiple locations; covering special projects, call offs, vacations and open shifts
• Must be available to work any time and day
• Display exceptional customer service and communication skills
• Have intermediate computer skills to operate innovative, wireless technology at client specific sites
• Ability to handle crisis situations at the client site, calmly and efficiently
• Able to:
  • Work in various environments such as cold weather, rain/snow or heat
  • Occasionally lift or carry up to 40 pounds
  • Climb stairs, ramps, or ladders occasionally during shift
  • Stand or walk on various surfaces for long periods of time

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 any questions regarding Equal Employment Opportunity, have difficulty using the online system and require an alternate method to apply, or require an accommodation at any time during the recruitment and/or employment process, please contact our local Human Resources department. To find an office near you, please visit: www.aus.com/offices.