Armed Security

Armed Security Officer

Location: Chicago Loop, IL.

Position: Full‑time or Part‑time. 8‑hour day shifts, Monday‑Friday. First pay $19.00 per hour; upon obtaining a Firearm Control Card, pay increases to $22.00 per hour.

Guardian Security Services is a family‑owned company that has proudly served the Chicagoland area for over fifty years. We focus on matching team members with opportunities close to home and schedules that fit their lives, while offering career advancement, a comprehensive benefits package and competitive wages.

• Daily pay
• Roth IRA for retirement savings
• Health, Dental and Vision insurance
• Virtual Urgent Care and Primary Care services
• Virtual Behavioral Health and Prescription Benefit
• Payments for qualified out‑of‑pocket hospital expenses
• Health Management Coaching and Behavioral Change Workshops
• Emotional Well‑Being Solutions and Digital Coaching
• Professional Tax Consulting services

• Understand and maintain general post instructions for the assigned post.
• Maintain practical knowledge of all additional and emergency post instructions called for by the client.
• Deal with challenging situations while remaining calm and professional at all times.
• Maintain access‑control procedures set by management.
• Document and report any property damage and special occurrences.
• Respond to incidents and document events accurately.
• Stand, sit or walk for long periods of time.
• Provide excellent customer service and public‑relations interactions, maintaining an impeccable image at all times.

• 8‑hour shifts, weekdays (day and afternoon).
• Strong attention to detail and excellent observation skills.
• Ability to remain calm and composed in all situations.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Minimum 21 years of age.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• Military background with an honorable discharge or active/former law‑enforcement experience.
• Valid Permanent Employee Registration Card (PERC) or willingness to apply.
• 20‑hour training certificate, or complete within 30 days of employment.
• 40‑hour training certificate.
• FOID Card.
• Ability to acquire a Firearm Control Card through Guardian Security Services.
• Complete pre‑employment screening process.
• Maintain an impeccable image and adhere to professional military grooming standards.
• Mature demeanor, personality and attitude.
• Strong customer service and public‑relations skills, including interaction with diverse cultures.
• Strong verbal, written and non‑verbal communication skills.
• Maintain a working telephone at all times.
• Reliable means of transportation.

• Paid time off
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Referral program
• Employee discount
• Paid training

Apply to join the Guardian family, where your efforts and hard work will be recognized and rewarded with career advancement opportunities.