Security Officer - Access Control
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 - Hospital Entry Control in Lumberton, NJ , you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Healthcare, and more. As an Allied Universal Security Officer in a healthcare location, you will support access control by welcoming visitors, verifying credentials, managing entry points, and responding to alarms and security-related concerns. You will complete routine patrols, maintain a visible presence that helps to deter incidents, and communicate clearly with staff and guests. Join a team that is agile, reliable, and innovative, with a caring culture that puts people first and acts with integrity.
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
- CPR/First Aid is preferred.
- Customer Service Experience is preferred.
- Alarm Panel Experience is preferred.
- State, County, or City Issued Security License is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Provide customer service by following Allied Universal security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities at a healthcare location.
- Control access to the facility by checking identification, issuing visitor credentials, managing sign-in logs, and directing patients, visitors, vendors, and/or deliveries to the appropriate destinations.
- Monitor access points, alarms, cameras, and/or other security-related systems and report suspicious activity, hazards, and/or policy violations to site leadership and Allied Universal supervision.
- Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including assisting with de-escalation, coordinating with medical staff, and completing required documentation.
- Conduct regular and random patrols of assigned areas, entrances, and the perimeter to help to deter unauthorized access, theft, and/or disruptive behavior, with working conditions varying by location.
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
