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 - Manufacturing Dispatch in Lake Forest, IL, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Manufacturing & Industrial, and more. As a Dispatch professional with Allied Universal, you will play a key role in supporting security-related operations within a dynamic manufacturing and industrial location. You will help to deter incidents by monitoring communications, coordinating responses, and providing clear information to both team members and visitors. Your commitment to teamwork, reliability, and outstanding service will contribute to a secure environment while exemplifying our company's core values.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $22.50 / 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 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 You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to clients by carrying out security-related procedures, following site-specific policies, and participating in emergency response activities as needed.
• Monitor and manage incoming and outgoing communications at the dispatch post, coordinating responses and relaying information to appropriate personnel.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, using established protocols to help maintain order at the location.
• Conduct regular and random patrols around the business and perimeter to help to deter unauthorized activity and identify any potential concerns.
• Maintain accurate logs and records of all communications, incidents, and activities occurring during the shift.
• Communicate professionally with staff, visitors, and emergency responders as required.
• Assist with access control measures, verifying credentials and granting entry as appropriate for the manufacturing and industrial environment.

Minimum Requirements:

• Have at least 1 year of law enforcement experience or 2 years of security supervisor or manager experience or 3 years of security-related experience.
• Be at least 21 years of age.
• Access control or badge experience is preferred.
• Comfortable using a computer or tablet is preferred.
• 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.

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.