Security Gatehouse Officer

Allied Universal • Dover, DE

2d • Onsite

About The Position

As a Security Officer Gatehouse in Dover, DE, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries. Join Allied Universal at a dynamic campus location where you will monitor entry points, verify access, and support daily security-related operations with professionalism and care. This access control role combines visible presence, communication, and customer service to help to deter incidents while assisting students, staff, and visitors. Be part of a team that is agile, reliable, innovative, and driven by integrity.

Requirements

• At least 1 year of security-related experience is required.
• Be at least 21 years of age.
• 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.

Nice To Haves

• CPR certification is preferred.
• Comfort using a computer or tablet is preferred.
• A guard card and/or license is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to visitors, students, staff, and/or faculty by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities.
• Monitor and help manage access control points by checking credentials, authorizing entry, and documenting visitor activity in accordance with location procedures.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner.
• Conduct regular and random patrols around buildings, entrances, and perimeter areas, with working environments and conditions varying by location.

Benefits

• Access to our exclusive technology to view and claim additional shifts to earn more.
• Get paid training and access to career growth opportunities.
• Enjoy access to a retirement savings plan, plus medical, dental, vision, basic life and AD&D, and disability insurance.
• Enjoy discounts on top brands and services through our Perks Program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED