Company Overview:

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 - Retail Patrol Driver in Skokie, IL, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Retail/Malls, and more. As an unarmed patrol officer for Allied Universal at a leading retail location, you will drive and/or walk assigned areas, providing a visible presence to help to deter security-related incidents. Your role includes conducting routine patrols, assisting customers with a commitment to excellent service, and communicating clearly with both visitors and staff. With our culture of agility, reliability, and teamwork, you will contribute to a secure environment where people come first, acting with integrity and innovation every day.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $17.00 / Hour

Job Schedule:

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.

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service by following security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and participating in emergency response activities as needed.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, supporting a positive environment for visitors and staff at the location.
• Conduct regular and random patrols throughout the retail location and its perimeter to help to deter unwanted activity and/or suspicious behavior.
• Observe and report security-related incidents or concerns to management and/or law enforcement as required.
• Support access control protocols by monitoring entrances and exits within the location and assisting with crowd management as necessary.
• Maintain a professional presence while interacting with visitors, customers, and employees, providing information and assistance as appropriate.

Minimum Requirements:

• A valid driver’s license is required in accordance with Allied Universal driver policy requirements.
• Customer service experience is preferred.
• A Security Professional Guard Card is preferred.
• Be at least 18 years of age for unarmed roles; 21 plus 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.

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 difficulty using the online system and require an alternate method to apply or require an accommodation, please contact our local Human Resources department. To find an office near you, please visit: www.aus.com/offices.