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Position Overview
We are seeking a professional and reliable Security Officer to provide security services at a Data Center near downtown Chicago. This part-time role requires experience with access control, strong customer service skills, and comfort using computers or tablets. Candidates with loss prevention experience are encouraged to apply. This position involves evening and overnight shifts, ensuring the safety and security of the facility and its personnel.

Job Details

Pay Rate: $18.25 / hourEmployment Type: Part-TimeShifts Available:EveningOvernightWorkdays Available:Monday – Sunday (7 days a week)

Requirements

Client Preferred Years of Work Experience: 1 - 2 yearsSecurity Experience – 6+ MonthsOther Requirements:Must have experience with access control.Must be comfortable using a computer or tablet.Loss prevention experience is a plus.Must have strong customer service experience.

Responsibilities

Monitor and control access to the Data Center, ensuring only authorized personnel enter.Conduct regular patrols and maintain a visible presence to deter potential threats.Respond promptly to incidents and provide detailed documentation.Utilize computers or tablets to complete daily tasks and reports.Provide exceptional customer service to employees, clients, and visitors.Collaborate with the client to maintain a secure and professional environment.

Qualifications

Strong understanding of access control systems and procedures.Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.Ability to work flexible shifts, including evenings, overnight hours, and weekends.Professional demeanor and the ability to remain calm in high-pressure situations.

This position is responsible for the safety and security of the facilities they protect. Our Critical Facility Officers allow us to accomplish our company’s core purpose which is “to service, secure and care for the people and businesses in our communities.” Critical Facility Security Officers act as a visible deterrent to crime and client rule infractions; they detect and report suspicious, unsafe or criminal acts at or near their assigned posts which may be a threat to the property, clients, guests or employees at the site.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Ensure the facility is provided with high quality security services to protect people and property.Maintains proficiency in the use of all assigned protective equipment, restraint devices and weapons.Report safety concern, security breaches and unusual circumstances both verbally and in writing.Preserves order and acts to enforce regulations and directives for the site pertaining to personnel, visitors and premises.Monitors closed circuit television systems and alarms; Reports safety concerns, security breaches and unusual circumstances both verbally and in writing.Maintains awareness and familiarity with the site-specific operations performance manual and post orders.Meets and continues to meet any applicable state, county and municipal licensing and permit requirements for Armed Security Officers and specific protective device and weapons qualifications.Build, improve, and maintain effective relationships with both client employees and guests.Answer questions and assist guests and employees; Answer phones or greet guests/ employees in a professional, welcoming manner.Patrols the facility on foot or in a vehicle.Could be required to work for multiple clients at multiple locations; covering special projects, call offs, vacations and open shifts.

QUALIFICATIONS:

High school diploma or equivalent required; at least 21 years of ageLicensing requirements are subject to state and/or local laws and regulations and may be required prior to employmentBe able to obtain a valid Guard License as required in the state for which you are applying, maintain current active status of all required License at all times, and must carry the License at all times while on duty. We provide free training for any hires who do not possess a card/license.As a condition of employment, candidate must successfully complete a background investigation and a post-offer/pre-employment drug/alcohol test and may be required to pass a Driver’s Record check.Demonstrated ability to take initiative, successfully handle and prioritize multiple competing assignments and effectively manage deadlines. Ability to handle both common and crisis situations at the client site, calmly and efficiently.Professional, articulate and able to use good independent judgment and discretion.Must possess effective oral and written communication and interpersonal skills.Ability to successfully interact at all levels of personnel and the general public in a professional and effective manner, including with clients.Have intermediate computer skills to operate innovative wireless technology at client specific sites.Highly organized and ability to follow procedures concisely and consistently; high level of compliance and unwavering integrity to oversee and ensure policies are enforced in a self-directed environment.Must be able to frequently prepare reports and read and understand all operating procedures and instructions.Must possess one or more of the following:3 years civilian law enforcement3 years private or corporate security experience3 years military experience with a positive dischargeCriminal Justice Degree or law enforcement related degree, Associates or higherGraduate of a law enforcement training academy

PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use both hands, is frequently required to stand, sit, stoop, talk and hear (communicate verbally in person and via regular telephone equipment), and must be able to read computer screens, correspondence and reports in English. The employee must constantly walk, stand, reach with both hands and arms, and must be able to drive a vehicle. The employee may occasionally maneuver up to 40 pounds. May be required to climb stairs on an intermittent basis at client sites. Constant use of eyes (correctable vision to normal level required) to observe, read, interact with public and co-workers, view security monitors; includes hand/eye coordination.Work in various environments including adverse outdoor conditions such as cold, rain or heat.Must be able to focus and multi-task in a busy environment, with the ability to successfully handle stressful situations in a calm and professional manner. Includes being able to effectively manage multiple employees with diverse personalities and engage them to perform at optimum levels.Remain flexible to ever changing environments; adapt well to different situations.

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: www.aus.com

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