Security Officer - Transit

Security Officer - Transit

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 in Salem, OR, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government, and more. As an Unarmed Patrol Officer at a public transit location, you will monitor assigned areas, conduct routine patrols, maintain a visible presence to help deter security-related incidents, and provide outstanding customer service to passengers, employees, and visitors. Join Allied Universal's caring, agile team, where integrity, reliability, innovation, and collaboration guide every interaction while supporting a welcoming environment.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $24.31 / Hour

Job Schedule:

Day Time

Tue 01:30 PM - 11:30 PM

Wed 01:30 PM - 11:30 PM

Thur 01:30 PM - 11:30 PM

Fri 01:30 PM - 11:30 PM

What You'll Do:

• Provide customer service to passengers, visitors, and transit personnel while carrying out security-related procedures and site-specific policies at public transportation facilities.
• Conduct regular and random unarmed patrols of transit centers, passenger areas, parking areas, and facility perimeters to help deter unauthorized activity and identify concerns.
• Respond to incidents, service disruptions, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, requesting assistance from emergency responders and/or designated personnel when appropriate.
• Monitor access to restricted government and transit operational areas, document security-related incidents and observations, and report concerns according to established procedures.

Minimum Requirements:

• At least one year of security-related experience is required.
• Experience with handcuffs, pepper spray, and/or a baton is preferred.
• CPR certification is preferred.
• A guard card and/or license 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:

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Requisition ID

2026-1640313