Security Officer - Transit

About the role

As an Unarmed Patrol Officer at a public transit location in Salem, OR, 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 team where integrity, reliability, innovation, and collaboration guide every interaction while supporting a welcoming environment.

Responsibilities

• 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.

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.
• Subject to a background investigation in accordance with all federal, state, and local laws.
• 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.

Benefits

• Access to exclusive technology to view and claim additional shifts to earn more.
• Paid training and access to career growth opportunities.
• Retirement savings plan.
• Medical, dental, vision, basic life and AD&D, and disability insurance.
• Discounts on top brands and services through the Perks Program.

Pay

$24.31 / hour

Schedule

• Tuesday: 1:30 PM - 11:30 PM
• Wednesday: 1:30 PM - 11:30 PM
• Thursday: 1:30 PM - 11:30 PM
• Friday: 1:30 PM - 11:30 PM