Security Officer

Job Title: Unarmed Security Officer
Location: Matteson, Illinois
Job Type: Full-Time Opportunities; Part-Time Positions Available to Support Remaining Coverage
Starting Pay: $18.00-$18.75 per hour

About the Role:

Blue Line Security Solutions is seeking professional, dependable, and highly observant Unarmed Security Officers to join our team in Matteson, Illinois. Full-time positions are available, with part-time opportunities to fill remaining coverage needs.

Officers will help protect our client's property, personnel, and assets through foot patrols, vehicle patrols, access control, and gate management. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong communication skills, sound judgment, good computer skills, and the ability to handle routine security matters and emergencies with professionalism and composure.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct regular foot and vehicle patrols of assigned areas to deter unauthorized activity and identify security concerns.
• Manage gates and designated entry and exit points in accordance with client procedures.
• Verify identification, confirm authorization, and maintain accurate records of employees, visitors, contractors, and vehicles entering or leaving the property.
• Monitor vehicle traffic and direct drivers to appropriate entrances, exits, parking areas, or designated locations.
• Inspect gates, doors, fences, and other access points to ensure they are secure.
• Must remain alert and attentive at all times, demonstrating strong situational awareness and the ability to quickly identify suspicious activity, safety hazards, and potential security threats.
• Monitor surveillance cameras and alarm systems, as assigned, and report suspicious activity or security breaches.
• Identify and report safety hazards, property damage, and violations of site rules.
• Respond promptly to requests for assistance, disturbances, accidents, medical incidents, and other emergencies.
• Maintain accurate daily activity logs, patrol records, visitor logs, and incident reports.
• Provide professional customer service when interacting with employees, visitors, contractors, and client representatives.
• Coordinate with supervisors, client personnel, law enforcement, and emergency responders when necessary.
• Follow company policies, site-specific post orders, and client security procedures.
• Complete required training, including CPR/AED, NIMS, and other company- or client-required courses.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisors or management.

Benefits:

• Medical coverage for eligible full-time employees through an ICHRA (Individual Coverage Health Reimbursement Arrangement) plan with Gravie
• Ancillary benefits for eligible full-time employees (dental, vision, short-term and long-term disability, accident, life, hospital indemnity, and critical illness insurance) through MetLife
• Paid-Time Off
• Access to EAP program through MetLife with LTD disability.

Qualifications:

• Valid Illinois Permanent Employee Registration Card (PERC) and completion of the 20-hour Basic Security Guard Training required.
• Previous security experience preferred; two or more years is a plus
• Valid driver's license and the ability to safely operate a vehicle during assigned patrols.
• Reliable transportation to and from the assigned work location.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Strong observation, communication, and customer service skills.
• Good computer skills and the ability to prepare clear, accurate reports.
• Ability to perform regular foot patrols, stand or walk for extended periods, and work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Ability to remain calm, exercise sound judgment, and respond professionally during stressful situations.
• Dependability, punctuality, and the ability to follow written and verbal instructions.

Apply today to join Blue Line Security Solutions and help maintain a safe, secure, and professional environment for our client.

Candidate MUST possess or be eligible to obtain a Permanent Employee Registration Card (PERC) issued by the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) prior to the start of employment. New hires must complete the state-mandated 20 hours of Basic Security Guard training within 30 days of employment. (For Armed Positions Only: Requires an additional 28 hours of firearm training and a valid Firearm Control Card (FCC) and Firearm Owner's Identification (FOID) Card.)