Security Professional - Manufacturing Dispatch

Company 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.

As a Security Professional - Manufacturing Dispatch in Benton Harbor, MI, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Manufacturing & Industrial, and more.

As a Dispatch Officer with Allied Universal at a leading manufacturing and industrial location, you will play a key role in monitoring and coordinating security-related communications and activities. Your responsibilities include facilitating routine patrol updates, dispatching officers as needed, and providing exceptional customer service while communicating with team members and visitors. Guided by our values of teamwork, integrity, and putting people first, you will help to deter incidents and support a positive environment where people feel confident in their work and surroundings.

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Rate: $25.00 / Hour

Job Schedule:

What You'll Do:

Use our proprietary scheduling platform to claim open shifts at client sites
• Support operations across a range of environments including commercial real estate, healthcare, and education
• Receive site-specific training and guidance from experienced teams
• Deliver consistent, professional security presence and customer service
• Be ready to fill in at short notice when urgent needs arise

Responsibilities:

• Monitor and operate dispatch systems to coordinate security-related activities throughout the manufacturing and industrial location.
• Maintain communication with security personnel and site management to relay information and respond to requests for assistance.
• Respond to incidents, emergencies, and critical situations in a calm and problem-solving manner, following site-specific protocols.
• Document and report all security-related incidents, activities, and communications clearly and accurately.
• Provide customer service by assisting visitors, employees, and contractors with information and directions related to security-related matters.
• Collaborate with on-site security staff to help to deter unauthorized activity and promote a secure environment within the facility.
• Follow site-specific policies and procedures as directed by Allied Universal and the client site.
• Support emergency response efforts by coordinating with local authorities, emergency personnel, and on-site teams as necessary.

What We're Looking For:

• Availability across various days and shifts
• Reliability and ability to adapt to different post assignments
• A desire to gain broad experience and grow within the company
• Interest in transitioning into full-time roles when available

Minimum Requirements:

• 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:

• Flexible Scheduling: Choose from a variety of open shifts that align with your availability and lifestyle.
• Career Growth: Clear path to full-time roles and ongoing advancement through paid training programs.
• Smart Tools: Access exclusive technology for real-time shift visibility and claiming.
• Full-Time Benefits: Health insurance, 401(k) plans, and a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees.
• Employee Perks: Enjoy discounts at restaurants, entertainment venues, and more through our perks program.

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 any questions regarding Equal Employment Opportunity, have difficulty using the online system and require an alternate method to apply, or require an accommodation at any time during the recruitment and/or employment process, please contact our local Human Resources department. To find an office near you, please visit: www.aus.com/offices.