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Security Officer Overnight

Ottawa, Illinois

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Security Officer Overnight

Ottawa, Illinois Position: Type Full Time Shift Type: Overnight Req ID: 2024-1314827 Work Days Available: Friday, Monday, Saturday, Sunday, Thursday Date posted: 12/13/2024
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Allied Universal®, North America’s leading security and facility services company, provides rewarding careers that give you a sense of purpose. While working in a dynamic, diverse and inclusive workplace, you will be part of a team that fuels a culture that will reflect in our communities and customers we serve. We offer medical, dental and vision coverage, life insurance, retirement plan, employee assistance programs, company discounts, perks and more for most full-time positions!

Become one of our Success Stories! Join a team that values and honors your commitment. Apply today and be part of something bigger!

  • Starting Pay Rate $14.81 / Hour
  • Join the Nation's Largest Security Company, expanding Internationally!
  • Make a difference in your community!
  • Paid Orientation and On The Job Training!
  • Endless advancement opportunities.

Site Requirements: We are looking for a Security Officer with Excellent Customer Service Skills and a Professional Appearance. Must be Walk/Stand for Long Periods of Time & Work Outside in the Elements. Must have a Valid Driver's License

Available Shift:

Shift 1: Thursday - Monday 10pm - 6am

As a Security Officer, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Commercial Real Estate, Healthcare, Education, Government and more.

Responsibilities:

  • Provide customer service to our clients by carrying out safety and security procedures, site-specific policies and when appropriate, emergency response activities
  • Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem solving manner
  • Conduct regular and random patrols around the business and perimeter. Working environments and conditions may vary by client site.

Minimum Requirements:

  • Be at least 18+ years of age for unarmed roles; 21+ years of age for armed roles
  • Possess a high school diploma or equivalent, or 5 years of verifiable experience
  • 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

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES:

  • Heavy Customer Service Background - we are looking for highly motivated people who are dedicated to providing outstanding customer service to our client, our employees, and any guests and visitors.
  • Someone who can speak clearly, give direction, and provide guidance to employees and security staff during emergencies
  • The ability to efficiently multitask, with excellent organization skills
  • Answer and respond to events and situations received over regular and emergency phones, 2- way radios, and intercoms.
  • Accurately document routine and unusual events occurring on or near the facilities (accomplished via shift reports, pass-downs logs, incident reports, incident reports logs, or other established methods)
  • Make emergency notifications as necessary pursuant to site Post Orders
  • Ability to work in and out of all weather conditions
  • Ability to assist new officers in learning Post Orders
  • Proficient Computer skills - Ability to learn new programs
  • Ability to walk, stand, sit for long periods of time
  • Ability to walk-up stairs to conduct tours

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS REQUIRED:

  • Advanced computer skills and proficiency; proficiency with Microsoft Office and/or Google Applications
  • Ability to quickly and efficiently analyze high stress situations to determine the proper communication of events & to dispatch the proper teams to determine the best course of action to take.
  • Ability to adapt in a dynamic work environment while possibly working under pressure
  • Ability to prioritize workload based on urgency
  • Ability to communicate effectively
  • The ability to remain calm in the face of adversary/ elevated stressful situations
  • Be organized with strong attention to detail
  • Demonstrated analytic and critical thinking skills
  • Flexible working schedule to include nights and weekends. In the Security Industry, You may be required to come in early, stay late or work on an off day. This includes nights and weekends.
  • Ability to work in a team environment

Perks and Benefits:

  • Health insurance and 401k plans for full-time positions
  • Flexible part time and full-time schedules that fit with your personal life goals
  • Ongoing paid training programs and career growth opportunities
  • We offer attractive Pay Options! DailyPay, WeeklyPay…
  • Employee discounts through our perks program to your favorite restaurants, entertainment venues and much more…

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, Affirmative Action, Diversity and Inclusion, 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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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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