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. As a Security Officer Access Control in Montgomery, NY, 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 as an Access Control Officer at a busy logistics and distribution location, where you will monitor entry points, verify credentials, manage badges, and support daily access activity with strong customer service and communication. You will remain visible, conduct routine patrols, and help to deter security-related incidents while reflecting our values of agility, reliability, innovation, teamwork, and 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
- Loss prevention experience is preferred.
- Access control and badge experience is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Provide customer service to visitors, drivers, vendors, and employees by carrying out site-specific access control procedures, credential checks, and security-related policies at a logistics and distribution location.
- Monitor entry and exit points, verify identification and delivery documentation, and help to deter unauthorized access to restricted areas, trailer yards, docks, and related operational spaces.
- Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, and communicate relevant information to site contacts, supervisors, and/or emergency responders when appropriate.
- Document visitor activity, vehicle movement, access exceptions, and security-related incidents in accordance with site procedures and Allied Universal reporting expectations.
- Conduct regular and random patrols around the location and perimeter, observing for unusual activity, unsecured gates and/or doors, and conditions that may require follow-up.
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.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
