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Security Officer

United Security Services
Chicago, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 4/14/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/10/2026

Security Officer (Seasonal)

About Us:
United Security delivers integrated security solutions for high-profile businesses, properties, and events. With nearly 100 years of experience, we’ve built a reputation as one of the most trusted and established security providers in the country. Our team takes pride in professionalism, reliability, and protecting what matters most to our clients.


Security Officer Summary:
We’re seeking motivated individuals who want more than a temporary role, people that are interested in developing a long-term career in the security field. This position is a seasonal role that may serve as an entry point into our organization.
At United Security, strong performance is noticed and rewarded, with opportunities for more consistent scheduling, increased hours, pay advancement, and potential eligibility for full-time positions and benefits. We believe in promoting from within and supporting those who want to grow with us.

This position goes from May 1st-October 31st.

Security Officer Job Responsibilities:

  • Provide a welcoming environment
  • Patroldocks of the boat harbor for suspicious activities and unauthorized people
  • Perform a variety of security checks and follow post orders as directed by the establishment
  • Investigate incidents and create reports by recording observations, occurrences, and surveillance activities
  • Other responsibilities may apply

Security Officer Requirements:

  • PERC Cardrequired(No Exceptions)
  • Willingness to submit to a background check
  • Prior Customer Service and Hospitality experience
  • Weekend Availability
  • Clean and professional appearance
  • Evening and overnight availability
  • Ability to stand up and walk for 8 hours, and possibly bike-riding as well. This is a large site and requires a lot of movement during the shift.

Security Officer Preferred Qualifications:

  • Security experience
  • Ex-law enforcement
  • Military service

Suitable candidates will be contacted to come to our office for in-person interviews.

United Service Companies is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture of diversity and inclusion. We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Our commitment extends beyond preventing discrimination and harassment; it’s about creating an environment where diverse backgrounds and perspectives are valued. We believe in the power of our people, the ideas they bring, and what we can accomplish together.

Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), all state & federal requirements, it is the policy of United Service Companies to provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship. United Service Companies also provides reasonable accommodations as required under the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA) for limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions. The policy regarding requests for reasonable accommodation applies to all aspects of employment, including the application process. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact the Recruitment Team 813-425-1985.


Looking for coverage every day of the week.
Current shifts are 6PM-2AM, and 10PM - 6AM.

Overnight availability is a must.

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