Security Officer- Access Control

Allied Universal • Boise, ID

8d • Onsite

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 in BOISE, ID, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Tech/Media/Telecom, and more. Join Allied Universal at a dynamic tech and communications location, where you will help manage access control, verify badges and credentials, monitor entry points, and conduct routine patrols to help deter security-related incidents. This role offers the chance to deliver outstanding customer service and communication while working with a team that values being agile, reliable, innovative, and always acting 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.
• 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

• Comfort using a computer or tablet is preferred.
• Access control and badge experience is preferred.
• A state, county, or city issued security-related license is preferred.
• The ability to lift more than 20 lbs is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to employees, visitors, and contractors by carrying out site-specific access control procedures, security-related policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities at a technology-focused location.
• Monitor entry and exit points, verify credentials and/or visitor authorizations, and help to deter unauthorized access while maintaining accurate logs, visitor records, and badge activity.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, escalating concerns to site contacts and/or Allied Universal leadership as appropriate.
• Support lobby and reception area operations by assisting with visitor check-in, directing guests, answering routine questions, and communicating access-related requirements in a professional manner.
• Conduct regular and random patrols around the business and perimeter, observing for unusual activity, unsecured access points, and other conditions that may require security-related follow-up.

Benefits

• Access to a retirement savings plan
• medical insurance
• dental insurance
• vision insurance
• basic life and AD&D insurance
• disability insurance
• Access to our exclusive technology to view and claim additional shifts to earn more.
• Get paid training and access to career growth opportunities.
• 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