Unarmed Protective Force Security Officer

Job Type: Full-Time
Location: Argonne National Laboratory, DuPage County, Illinois

The Unarmed Protective Force Security Officer will provide uniformed, unarmed security services at Argonne National Laboratory in DuPage County, Illinois. The position supports site safety and security through access control, patrols, observation, reporting, escort support, emergency readiness, and maintenance of order.

Main Duties

• Control and monitor access to assigned posts in accordance with site procedures.
• Verify credentials and manage personnel and vehicle entry.
• Identify and report unauthorized access attempts or access concerns.
• Conduct vehicle and foot patrols across assigned areas.
• Observe and report abnormal conditions, safety hazards, or security concerns.
• Maintain situational awareness throughout patrol routes and assigned posts.
• Document incidents, observations, and required activities in reports and logs.
• Communicate clearly via radio, phone, written reports, and verbal briefings.
• Provide escort services when required without impacting primary duties.
• Support emergency procedures during drills, alarms, evacuations, and incidents.
• Follow direction from Incident Command or authorized security leadership.
• Attend roll call prior to each shift for briefings and assignment updates.
• Participate in equipment checks, readiness verification, and safety briefings.
• Comply with all safety programs, OSHA standards, and DOE requirements.
• Report accidents, injuries, unsafe conditions, and vehicle incidents immediately.

Minimum Requirements

• United States citizen.
• At least 18 years of age.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Valid Illinois driver’s license within 90 days of assignment, if hired with an out-of-state license.
• REAL ID-compliant identification for site access.
• Ability to obtain and maintain required DOE access authorization.
• Ability to obtain and maintain Illinois security officer registration, including PERC requirements.
• Ability to pass pre-assignment background screening.
• Ability to pass ten-panel drug screening prior to assignment.
• Ability to participate in random drug testing during employment.
• Ability to complete required medical and psychological qualification requirements, where applicable.
• Current CPR/AED certification or ability to obtain and maintain certification.
• Strong oral and written English communication skills.
• Ability to remain calm, professional, and controlled under stressful conditions.
• Ability to learn and retain site-specific procedures, post orders, emergency procedures, and DOE-related security requirements.

Training

Selected personnel must complete required Illinois security training, DOE Basic Security Officer Training, Argonne site-specific training, on-the-job training, safety training, emergency procedure training, and annual refresher training before or during assignment.