Security Officer Access Control Specialist

Allied Universal • Beltsville, MD

5d • Onsite

About The Position

As a Security Officer Access Control Specialist in Beltsville, MD, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Logistics & Distribution, 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. Join Allied Universal at a fast-paced logistics and distribution location, where you will help manage access control, monitor activity, and support a secure and welcoming environment. In this role, you will remain visible, conduct routine patrols, verify entry and exit activity, and deliver outstanding customer service and communication. Guided by teamwork, integrity, and a people-first culture, you will play an important part in daily security-related operations.

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.

Nice To Haves

• A guard card/license is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to employees, visitors, and drivers by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities at a logistics and distribution location.
• Monitor access points and help control entry and exit for personnel, visitors, and delivery traffic by checking credentials, visitor information, and/or shipment documentation in accordance with site procedures.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, and report unusual activity, policy violations, and/or operational concerns to the appropriate contacts.
• Conduct regular and random patrols around the location, including entrances, perimeter areas, parking areas, and/or loading and receiving zones, as conditions vary by site.
• Support site operations by maintaining accurate logs, communicating clearly with staff and visitors, and helping to deter unauthorized access to restricted areas, trailers, and/or facilities.

Benefits

• Access to our exclusive technology to view and claim additional shifts to earn more.
• Get paid training and access to career growth opportunities.
• Participate in our retirement savings plan to invest in your future.
• Enjoy discounts on top brands and services through our Perks Program.

What This Job Offers

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