Security Officer - Transit Patrol

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.

Job Description

As a Security Officer Transit Patrol in Salem, OR, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government, and more. Join Allied Universal as an Unarmed Patrol Officer supporting a government transit location. You will conduct routine patrols, maintain a visible presence to help deter incidents, observe and report suspicious activity, and provide courteous customer service and communication to riders, visitors, and staff. Bring your professionalism to a caring, agile, reliable, and innovative team that delivers through teamwork and integrity.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $24.31 / Hour

Job Schedule:

DayTimeMon01:30 PM - 11:30 PMTue01:30 PM - 11:30 PMSat01:45 PM - 09:30 PMSun02:00 PM - 08:30 PM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to passengers, visitors, employees, and/or contractors while carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities.
• Monitor transit facilities, platforms, parking areas, and surrounding property for unusual activity, unauthorized access, and/or conditions requiring attention; report observations according to site procedures.
• Respond to incidents, passenger concerns, disturbances, and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem-solving manner, contacting appropriate personnel or emergency services when needed.
• Conduct regular and random unarmed patrols of transit locations and perimeter areas, which may include indoor and outdoor environments and varying weather conditions.
• Document incidents, patrol activity, and other security-related observations accurately and promptly in accordance with Allied Universal and site reporting requirements.

Minimum Requirements:

• At least 1 year of security-related experience is required.
• Possession of a guard card or license is preferred.
• CPR certification is preferred.
• Experience with handcuffs, pepper spray, and/or baton is preferred.
• Comfort using a computer or tablet 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.

Why Join Us:

• 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.

Closing

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.

If you have difficulty using the online system and require an alternate method to apply or require an accommodation, please contact our local Human Resources department. To find an office near you, please visit: www.aus.com/offices.

Requisition ID

2026-1640905