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Security Officer - Part Time

Allied Universal • Chicago Heights, IL • 3h ago

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Position Details

Position: Part-Time Flex Officer

Location: Far South Suburbs (Chicago Heights, Bourbonnais, Homewood, Harvey, Blue Island, Joliet)

Pay Rate: $22.38 per hour

Schedule: Flexible availability required across all days and shifts, including weekends, holidays, and overnight shifts as needed.

Minimum Requirements:

Must be at least 21 years of age

Minimum of one (1) year of security experience

Valid driver's license with a clean driving record

Must be willing and able to travel one hour or more to assigned work locations

Ability to work a flexible schedule based on operational needs

Allied Universal® is hiring a Security Professional Flex Officer. The Security Professional Flex Officer will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Healthcare, Education, Finance and more. Join a leading team where flexibility meets opportunity. As a Security Professional Flex Officer, you'll use our exclusive shift-pickup platform to view and claim open shifts based on your availability - giving you the freedom to build a schedule that works for you, while gaining valuable site experience across various industries. Whether you're looking to supplement your income or take the first step toward a phenomenal career, this position offers unmatched access to hands-on experience and growth opportunities. The Security Professional Flex Officer may be called upon to work irregular shifts at times with little to no advance notice.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Perform security patrols of designated areas on foot or in vehicle

Watch for irregular or unusual conditions that may create security concerns or safety hazards

Sound alarms or calls police or fire department in case of fire or presence of unauthorized persons

Warn violators of rule infractions, such as loitering, smoking, or carrying forbidden articles

Permit authorized persons to enter property and monitors entrances and exits

Observe departing personnel to protect against theft of company property and ensures that authorized removal of property is conducted within appropriate client requirements

Investigate and prepare reports on accidents, incidents, and suspicious activities; maintain written logs as required by the post

Aid customers, employees, and visitors in a courteous and professional manner

Make emergency notifications as necessary pursuant to site Post Orders

QUALIFICATIONS (MUST HAVE):

Must possess a high school diploma or equivalent or 5 years of verifiable experience

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

Valid driver's license if driving a company or customer-owned vehicle

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

No prior experience required

Be at least 18 years of age, or higher if required by the state (21 years, if armed)

Reliability and ability to adapt to different post assignments

Be able to operate radio or telephone equipment and/or console monitors

Demonstrated ability to interact cordially and communicate with the public

Effective oral and written communication skills; able to write informatively, clearly, and accurately

Active listening and problem-solving skills

Assess and evaluate situations effectively; identify critical issues quickly and accurately

Mediate conflict with tact, diplomacy

Teamwork

Attention to detail

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS (NICE TO HAVE):

Ability to speak, read, and write in multiple languages (e.g., Spanish, Portuguese, French, Arabic)

Prior security, military, or law enforcement experience

BENEFITS:

Schedules that fit with your personal life goals

Ongoing paid training programs and career growth opportunities

Employee discounts through our perks program to your favorite restaurants, entertainment venues and much more...

Job ID: 2026-1608082

Location: United States-Illinois-Chicago Heights

Job Category: Security Officer, Part Time Security

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