Security Officer - Access Control

Allied Universal • Harrington, DE

11d • $17 • Onsite

About The Position

As a Security Officer - Access Control in Harrington, DE, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Tech/Media/Telecom, 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 Access Control Officer at a fast-paced tech, media, and telecom location, you will help manage lobby traffic, verify credentials, issue badges, and guide visitors and employees with a customer-first approach. You will conduct routine patrols, monitor activity, and document security-related concerns using computer or tablet tools. Bring your agility, reliability, and innovation to a caring team that delivers through teamwork and acts with integrity.

Requirements

• A Guard Card/License is preferred.
• Access Control/Badge experience is preferred.
• Customer Service experience is preferred.
• Being comfortable using a computer or tablet 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 clients and visitors by following site-specific procedures, access requirements, and when appropriate, emergency response activities.
• Control access at building entry points by verifying identification, issuing and collecting visitor credentials, managing temporary badges and/or access cards, and maintaining accurate access logs.
• Monitor alarms, cameras, and other site systems to help identify unusual activity, then communicate observations and respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner.
• Conduct regular and random patrols of interior areas, critical telecom and/or media equipment spaces, loading and delivery areas, and exterior perimeter, documenting observations per post orders.
• Coordinate security-related communications with site contacts and Allied Universal leadership, including reporting hazards, maintenance concerns, and policy violations through approved reporting channels.

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.

What This Job Offers

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