Unarmed Security Officer

At BPG, we are committed to building strong teams across Chicago and surrounding areas through structure, accountability, and opportunity.

• Opportunities across multiple locations and site types
• Leadership pathways into supervisory roles
• Ongoing training and certification support
• Exposure to residential, commercial, healthcare, and special event security

We are always looking for new members to join our team. Our combination of core values, benefits, and team culture makes Benford Protection Group one of the best security companies in the Chicagoland area. We continue to expand our footprint throughout the region, creating new opportunities for those ready to grow with us.

• At least 21 years of age
• High School Diploma or GED
• Be able to pass a background check & drug test
• Detail-Oriented
• Professional appearance

To be considered, candidates should have:

• Valid PERC Card
• Valid Driver’s License
• FOID Card (for armed positions)
• 20-Hour Unarmed Security Certificate
• 40-Hour Armed Security Certificate (if applicable)

Patrols assigned areas checking for vandalism, and suspicious activities or persons

• Investigate and report suspicious or unusual activity or circumstances and inform supervisor
• Responds to alarms and dispatch calls and decides what action to take based on the situation
• Check the doors and windows of buildings and, in general, ensure all premises are safe and secure
• Observes activity in an assigned area and enforces regulations to maintain safety and security
• Assists people who require directions or general information
• Escorts people to their desired destination when required
• Determines when an incident requires a written report and submits the reports to his/her supervisor
• Unlocks building or doors after checking identification and compliance with client regulations or procedures
• May assist law enforcement officers with crowd control or surveillance at public events
• Perform other duties as assigned

Must not be a NIU Undergraduate student.

Benford Protection Group will be hosting various Jobs Fair within the upcoming months here at our Head-Quarters. We would love to see you there. Additional dates include:

• July 15, 2026
• August 5, 2026
• August 19, 2026
• September 2, 2026
• September 16, 2026
• September 30, 2026

Time: 10:00am - 2:00pm

Location: 7545 S. Western Ave. Chicago, IL. 60620