Security Officer - Hospital Emergency Room

Company Overview:

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.

!! Allied Universal is hosting walk-in open interviews for security officer positions for Northwestern Memorial Hospital Downtown Chicago !!

Open interview day on Wednesday April 29th, 2026 from 10:30 AM - 2:00 PM

Address: 541 N. Fairbanks Ct, Chicago, IL 60611 Suite 2020

Ideal candidates have experience working in a high-tempo hospital environment and are comfortable working with transient and inebriated populations

Pay Range: $19.80 / hour - $23.30 / hour

$2 more an hour for working overnight shift!

PSO - Start at $19.80 / hour and receive an increase to $21.80 / hour upon completion of weapons detection training certification.

ED
- Pay Rate: $21.30 / hour and increases to $23.30 / hour after receiving a certification in weapons detection training.

Benefits include medical, dental, vision, 401k, and life insurance.

Dress Code:
Business Casual / Business Professional

To facilitate a successful interview process at the event, we encourage all attendees to bring a printed copy of their resume, their PERC (if applicable), and 20-hr security training certificate (if applicable)

Candidates MUST be at least 21+ years of age
Candidates MUST be willing to have a yearly flu shot and certain vaccines up to date
Candidates MUST be able to wear required personal protective equipment on their face per CDC guidelines

• Perform security patrols of hospital grounds on foot or in vehicle; document detailed observations of unusual conditions that may create security concerns or safety hazards
• Assist hospital staff with de-escalation of situations involving patients; restrain combative individuals as necessary (within company and customer guidelines)
• Transport patients to the morgue, as needed
• Assist in escorting patients from helicopter pad (high elevation) to the emergency room
• Assist with evacuations during fires, medical emergencies, and natural disasters
• Sound alarms or call 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 monitor entrances and exits; ensure only authorized individuals enter and exit the hospital, and that no contraband or hospital items are brought in or out
• 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

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Licensing requirements are subject to state and/or local laws and regulations and may be required prior to employment
• Minimum of two (2) years of verifiable employment history relating customer service or the protective service industry (preferably security, healthcare, military, law enforcement, or corrections)
• Must be at least 21 years of age, or higher required by the state
• 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
• Problem solving skills
• Active listening skills
• Ability to assess and evaluate situations effectively; identify critical issues quickly and accurately
• Able to mediate conflict with tact, diplomacy
• Write informatively, clearly, and accurately
• Attention to detail

• Service in Military Occupational Specialty related to law enforcement, security (such as Military Police, Elite Military Forces, combat arms) or any support role in a Combat Zone
• Graduate of a Certified Public Safety Academy (military or civilian) or verified work experience in the law enforcement, adult corrections, or…