Security Officer Dispatch Radio Operations in Chicago, IL
Job title from Allied Universal: Security Officer Dispatch Radio Operations
Source: Allied Universal job site (securitycareers-aus.icims.com). This job is posted on the company's own site; we last checked it on Oct 20, 2026.
License in Illinois
To work as a security guard in Illinois you need the Permanent Employee Registration Card (PERC), issued by the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR), Division of Professional Regulation (Private Detective, Private Alarm, Private Security, Fingerprint Vendor, and Locksmith Act of 2004, 225 ILCS 447).
Minimum age: 18.
How the pay compares
This job pays about the same as the typical USD 19.75 an hour for security guard jobs in Chicago, IL (56 jobs that list the pay).
This job pays USD 0.25 an hour more than the typical USD 19.50 an hour for security guard jobs in Illinois (323 jobs that list the pay).
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About Allied Universal here
Allied Universal has 44 more open security guard jobs in Chicago, IL.
Typical pay at Allied Universal in Illinois: USD 19.73 an hour (239 jobs that list the pay).
Job description from Allied Universal
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 Dispatch Radio Operations in Chicago, IL, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Commercial Real Estate, and more. As a Dispatch Officer at a commercial real estate location, you will coordinate security-related communications, monitor incoming calls and activity, and dispatch support as needed. You will help maintain awareness of site operations, support access control processes, and provide professional customer service to tenants, visitors, and team members. Join Allied Universal’s agile, reliable, and caring team, where integrity and teamwork drive every interaction.
Position Type: Full Time
Pay Rate: $19.75 / Hour
Job Schedule:
DayTimeMon10:00 PM - 06:00 AMThur02:00 PM - 10:00 PMFri02:00 PM - 10:00 PMSat02:00 PM - 10:00 PMSun02:00 PM - 10:00 PMWhat You'll Do:
- Provide customer service to tenants, visitors, vendors, and property staff by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities.
- Monitor security-related systems, alarms, cameras, access control activity, and incoming communications from a dispatch center; document and relay relevant information to appropriate personnel.
- Coordinate responses to incidents, service requests, and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem-solving manner, dispatching personnel as needed.
- Maintain accurate activity logs, incident reports, shift communications, and records of calls, alarms, and dispatch actions.
- Support security-related operations throughout a commercial real estate location by communicating with on-site personnel and helping to deter unauthorized activity.
Minimum Requirements:
- Comfort using a computer or tablet is preferred.
- Experience with access control and badge processes is preferred.
- Customer service experience 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
2026-1700510Apply on the Allied Universal site
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