Security Officer - Access Control Gatehouse
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. Job Description As a Security Officer - Access Control Gatehouse in VALRICO, FL , you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Residential, and more. Join Allied Universal as an Access Control Officer at a residential community, where you will greet residents and guests, verify credentials, manage entry points, and maintain clear visitor logs. You will conduct routine patrols, stay highly visible to help to deter security-related incidents, and respond to concerns with calm, professional communication. Our agile, reliable, and innovative team leads with integrity, puts people first, and delivers through teamwork every shift.
Requirements
- Have 1+ years of security-related experience.
- A guard card/license 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.
- 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.
Responsibilities
- Provide customer service to residents, guests, vendors and/or delivery personnel while following Allied Universal security-related procedures, site-specific policies and emergency response activities.
- Control access at community entry points by verifying identification, confirming authorization, issuing visitor instructions and/or passes, and documenting entries and exits as required.
- Monitor cameras, alarms and access control systems, report irregular activity, and help to deter unauthorized access to residential amenities, parking areas and perimeter points.
- Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including contacting appropriate responders and notifying site leadership per post orders.
- Conduct regular and random patrols of residential common areas, amenity spaces, parking lots and perimeter locations, and complete patrol and incident reports in accordance with site requirements.
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 and Health Benefits: Enjoy access to a retirement savings plan, plus medical, dental, vision, basic life and AD&D, and disability insurance.
- Exclusive Perks: Enjoy discounts on top brands and services through our Perks Program.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
