Security Officer Full Time Unarmed Patrol - Transit

About the role

As a Security Officer Full Time Unarmed Patrol - Transit in Portland, OR, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government, and more. As an Unarmed Patrol Officer supporting a public transportation location, you will conduct routine patrols, maintain a visible presence to help deter incidents, and deliver outstanding customer service. You will communicate professionally with passengers, employees, and visitors while reporting security-related concerns and supporting a welcoming environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to passengers, visitors, employees, and contractors by carrying out site-specific procedures, policies, and emergency response activities at public transportation locations.
• Conduct regular and random foot and/or vehicle patrols of transit facilities, platforms, parking areas, administrative areas, and perimeter locations to help identify and report unusual activity, hazards, and maintenance concerns.
• Monitor access points and public areas, assist with directing individuals to appropriate resources, and report unauthorized access or suspicious activity according to site procedures.
• Respond to incidents, disturbances, medical events, and critical situations in a calm, professional, problem-solving manner; notify appropriate personnel and emergency responders as needed.
• Prepare clear and accurate activity, incident, and patrol reports while maintaining professional communication with site personnel and the public.

Requirements

• Possess at least 2 years of law enforcement, military police, or corrections experience.
• Be at least 18 years of age for unarmed roles; 21+ years of age for armed roles.
• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
• CPR/First Aid certification is preferred.
• A Guard Card/License is preferred.
• Pepper Spray Certification is preferred.
• 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.
• Note: At this site, there are limited on-site facilities such as portable toilets and rustic guard shacks.

Pay

Pay Rate: $33.81 / Hour

Schedule

• Monday: 05:00 AM – 03:00 PM
• Tuesday: 05:00 AM – 03:00 PM
• Wednesday: 05:00 AM – 03:00 PM
• Sunday: 05:00 AM – 03:00 PM

Benefits

• Smart Tools: Access to exclusive technology to view and claim additional shifts to earn more.
• Career Growth: Paid training and access to career growth opportunities.
• Financial and Health Benefits: Retirement savings plan, plus medical, dental, vision, basic life and AD&D, and disability insurance.
• Exclusive Perks: Discounts on top brands and services through the Perks Program.

Requisition ID: 2026-1747846