Security Officer - Access Coordinator

Allied Universal • Fort Lauderdale, FL

9d • 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 Coordinator in Fort Lauderdale, FL, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Logistics & Distribution, and more. Join Allied Universal as an Access Control Officer at a busy logistics and distribution location, where you will monitor entry points, verify credentials, manage visitor activity, and support smooth daily operations. You will remain visible to help deter security-related incidents while delivering outstanding customer service and communication. Guided by a caring culture, teamwork, and integrity, this role offers a dynamic opportunity to make a meaningful impact every day.

Requirements

• Possess at least 1 year of security-related experience.
• A guard card is required.
• 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

• Customer service experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to employees, visitors, and delivery personnel by carrying out site-specific access control procedures, badge verification, and visitor check-in activities at a logistics and distribution location.
• Monitor entry and exit points for personnel, vendors, and vehicles, helping to deter unauthorized access while following post orders and reporting protocols.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including contacting site leadership and/or emergency services when appropriate.
• Maintain accurate records of arrivals, departures, credentials, and other access control activity, and report unusual behavior, policy violations, and other security-related concerns.
• Conduct regular and random patrols around the location and perimeter, including shipping, receiving, trailer, and parking areas, as working environments and conditions may vary by site.

Benefits

• Access to a retirement savings plan
• medical, dental, vision, basic life and AD&D, and 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