Security Officer - Access Control Desk
About The Position
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 Officer - Access Control Desk in Chemung, NY, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Healthcare, and more. Join a leading team where flexibility meets opportunity. As a Part-Time Security Officer, you can build a schedule that works for you and explore new roles using our Claim a Shift platform. Learn more: aus.com/earnmore. As an Allied Universal Security Officer in a healthcare location, you will support access control by welcoming staff, patients, and visitors, verifying credentials, managing entry points, and monitoring activity in assigned areas. You will conduct routine patrols, stay highly visible to help to deter security-related incidents, and respond to concerns with calm communication and customer service. Join a team that is agile, reliable, innovative, and guided by integrity and teamwork.
Requirements
- CPR certification preferred.
- Guard card and/or license 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.
- 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 preferred.
- Guard card and/or license preferred.
Responsibilities
- Provide customer service by following site-specific, healthcare location policies and security-related procedures, and when appropriate, supporting emergency response activities.
- Control access at designated entrances by verifying identification, managing visitor check-in and/or badge issuance, and directing patients, visitors, and vendors to approved areas.
- Monitor access points, cameras, and/or alarms for unusual activity and report concerns to site leadership and Allied Universal supervision in a calm, problem-solving manner.
- Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, documenting observations and actions per site requirements.
- Conduct regular and random patrols of approved areas, including entrances, lobbies, and perimeter routes when assigned. Working environments and conditions may vary by client site.
Benefits
- Smart Tools: Access to our exclusive technology to view and claim additional shifts to earn more.
- Career Growth: Get paid training and access to career growth opportunities.
- Financial Benefits: Participate in our retirement savings plan to invest in your future.
- Exclusive Perks: Enjoy discounts on top brands and services through our Perks Program.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
