Security Officer - Unarmed

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.

Security officer for Northwestern Memorial Hospital Downtown Chicago!

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.

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.

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

• Observe and remain vigilant for signs of crime, disorder, hazard, and unusual activity
• Patrol on foot, conditions, blocked entryways, security violations, mechanical problems, and unauthorized individuals
• Orally and physically de-escalate individuals, as needed
• Inspect all security devices and fire control equipment
• Screen members, visitors, and client employees to expedite their admittance to the facility
• Respond to incidents of fire, medical emergency, bomb threat, flooding, water discharge, elevator emergency, hazardous materials, or inclement weather with calm urgency
• May also include patient escort, patient watch, provide safety escort, assist and/or transport deceased to morgue

• Prior work experience involving dealing with customers, troubleshooting, and/or managing stressful situations
• Be at least 21 years of age
• 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
• Post offer, must be able to successfully complete the training requirement and obtain a Management of Aggressive Behavior certification

• Health insurance and 401k plans for full-time positions
• Schedules that fit with your personal life goals
• Ongoing paid training programs and career growth opportunities
• 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:

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