Security Officer Gated Community

Security Officer – Gated Community

Guardian Security Services, Inc.

Location: Darien, IL

Employment Type s: Full-time and Part-time

Hourly Pay: $18.00 - $19.00

Schedule: Afternoon shift (4:00 p.m. – 12:00 a.m.) and Overnight shift (12:00 a.m. – 8:00 a.m.). Must work weekends, off days consecutive weekdays.

Guardian Security Services is a family‑owned company serving the Chicagoland area for over 50 years, committed to healthy work‑life balance, career advancement, and comprehensive benefits.

We are seeking unarmed security officers to work in either Oak Brook or Burr Ridge. Your work environment will be a spacious, climate‑controlled gatehouse with full‑suite amenities. All on‑call responsibilities outlined below.

• Understand and maintain general post instructions for assigned post.
• Maintain practical knowledge of all additional and emergency post instructions as required.
• Maintain access control procedures set by management.
• Utilize access control systems, visitor management systems, and CCTV systems as needed.
• Document and report any property damage and special occurrences.
• Monitor CCTVs to guard against theft and trespassing.
• Respond to incidents and document events accurately.
• Greet residents and visitors with a professional demeanor.
• Sign in and out all guests and vendors.
• Provide excellent customer service, public relations interactions, and maintain an impeccable image at all times.

• Strong attention to detail and excellent observation skills.
• Ability to remain calm and composed in all situations.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Minimum age 21 years.
• High School Diploma/GED or military service record.
• Must have a valid Permanent Employee Registration Card (PERC) or be willing to apply for one.
• Must have a 20‑hour training certificate or complete within 30 days of employment.
• All applicants must complete a pre‑employment screening process including drug screening.
• Maintain an impeccable image and adhere to professional grooming standards.
• Must possess strong customer service and public relations skills.
• Basic computer knowledge required.
• Willingness to work in access control software programs.
• Maintain a working telephone at all times.
• Must have reliable means of transportation.

• Daily pay – get paid when you want.
• Roth IRA for retirement savings.
• Health, dental and vision insurance.
• Virtual urgent care, primary care and behavioral health services.
• Prescription benefit and out‑of‑pocket hospital expense payments.
• Health management coaching and personal pathfinder assessment.
• Laboratory and genomic screenings.
• Behavioral change workshops and paths, emotional well‑being solutions.
• Digital coaching, professional tax consulting services.
• Paid time off.
• Paid training.
• Employee discount.
• Referral program.

• 8‑hour shift.
• Weekend availability.
• Holidays.
• Night shift.

Apply now to join Guardian Security Services and become part of a dedicated and enthusiastic workforce committed to making a difference in the security industry.