Security Guard Patrol Associate

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.

As a Security Guard Patrol Associate in Chicago, IL
, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Education, and more. Join Allied Universal as an Unarmed Patrol Officer at a dynamic educational location, where you will monitor assigned areas, conduct routine patrols, remain visible to help deter security‑related incidents, and deliver outstanding customer service and communication. In a role shaped by teamwork and integrity, you will support a caring, agile, reliable, and innovative culture while helping create a welcoming environment for students, staff, and visitors.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $19.50 / Hour

Job Schedule: Day Time Mon
09:30 AM - 05:00 PMThur
09:30 AM - 05:00 PMFri
09:30 AM - 05:00 PMSat
09:30 AM - 05:00 PMSun
09:30 AM - 05:00 PM

• Provide customer service by carrying out security‑related procedures, site‑specific policies, and/or emergency response activities within an educational and public‑facing location.
• Respond to incidents, unusual activity, and/or critical situations in a calm, problem‑solving manner, documenting details and communicating with site contacts as needed.
• Conduct regular and random patrols throughout galleries, common areas, entrances, exits, and the exterior perimeter to help deter unauthorized activity and/or policy violations.
• Monitor visitor, student, staff, and vendor access points, verifying credentials and/or permissions while assisting with directions, questions, and general site information.
• Support opening and closing activities, observe exhibits and restricted areas for security‑related concerns, and report maintenance, access control, and/or environmental issues to the appropriate personnel.

• Provide proof of a high school diploma or GED as required by the client.
• Be at least 21 years of age.
• 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.

• 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.

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:

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