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Security Guard - First Impression Officer

Chicago, Illinois

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Security Guard - First Impression Officer

Chicago, Illinois Position: Type Full Time Shift Type: Afternoon, Morning Req ID: 2025-1406707 Date posted: 07/18/2025
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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.

Job Summary

We are seeking a First Impression Officer to work in a professional downtown building. This full-time position requires someone with strong customer service skills, a polished presence, and at least 2 years of security experience. You’ll serve as the first point of contact, ensuring safety while creating a welcoming environment for staff and visitors.

Hourly Rate: $20.50 / HR
Employment Type: Full Time

Schedule Details:

Shifts Available: Morning, Afternoon
Work Location: Downtown professional building

Requirements

  • Must be 21 years of age or older

  • 2+ years of security experience required

  • Excellent customer service and communication skills

  • High school diploma or equivalent

  • Must be able to stand/walk for long periods

  • Must pass a background check and drug screen

Responsibilities

  • Provide excellent customer service by implementing safety/security procedures and site-specific policies

  • Respond calmly and effectively to incidents and emergencies

  • Conduct regular and random patrols throughout the building and surrounding perimeter

  • Operate Access Control systems, verify guest credentials, and log visitor details

  • Greet and assist all employees, tenants, and guests entering the building

  • Represent the client and AUS in a professional and welcoming manner

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.

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Career Path

Allied Universal offers many career paths to support your immediate and future success.

  • Regional President
  • Regional Vice President
  • General Manager
  • Branch Manager
  • Director of Operations
  • Client Manager
  • Operations Manager
  • Field Supervisor
  • Shift Supervisor
  • Security Professional
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We do exciting and fulfilling work that protects people and assets, and that feels good

Rewards

From the time our Professional Security Guards are hired, generally, excluding some clients and unions, employees are eligible for health and welfare benefits 1st of month following 60 days of employment. For 401(k) eligibility employees are eligible after 6 months of service.

  • Healthcare (Medical/Dental/ Vision)

  • Service Anniversary Bonus

  • 401(k) Retirement Plan

  • Company-Paid Life Insurance

  • Employee Assistance Program

  • Employee Discount Program

  • Tuition Discount Program

  • Training & Career Development Programs

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