Allied Universal is hiring: Security Officer - Retail Guest Services in Chicago
Allied Universal, Chicago, IL, US
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 Guest Services** in **Chicago, IL** , you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Retail/Malls, and more. As a Front Desk Security Officer with Allied Universal at a bustling retail or mall location, you will be the first point of contact, greeting visitors and providing exceptional customer service. You will help to deter security-related incidents through your visible presence and strong communication skills. Join a team that values agility, reliability, and innovation, where your caring attitude and integrity make a real difference every day.
- *Position Type: Full Time**
- *Pay Rate: $17.00 / Hour**
- *Job Schedule:**
- *Day** **Time**
- **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.
- Provide excellent customer service to visitors, tenants, and staff at the front desk by carrying out security-related procedures and site-specific policies.
- Monitor access to the location, verifying credentials and assisting with visitor management to help to deter unauthorized entry.
- Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, following established protocols.
- Maintain detailed and accurate records of daily activities, incidents, and visitor logs as required by the site.
- Communicate professionally with all individuals at the location, addressing inquiries and providing information as needed.
- Support emergency response activities as directed, coordinating with Allied Universal management and local authorities when appropriate.
- A guard card or license is preferred.
- Customer service experience is preferred.
- CPR certification 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.
- *Job ID:** 2025-1489036
- *Location:** United States-Illinois-Chicago
- *Job Category:** Security Officer