Security Officer Access Point Specialist

Allied Universal • New Castle, DE

3d • 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 Point Specialist in New Castle, DE, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries. Join Allied Universal as an Access Control Officer where you will monitor assigned areas, manage entry activity, verify credentials, and support a professional, welcoming location experience. You will remain visible to help deter security-related incidents while delivering strong customer service and communication. In a caring culture built on agility, reliability, innovation, teamwork, and integrity, you will play an important role each day.

Requirements

• At least 2 years of security-related experience are 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

• Comfort using a computer or tablet is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to clients by carrying out access control procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities.
• Monitor and control entry and exit points, verify credentials and/or visitor authorization, and document access activity according to site procedures.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, escalating security-related concerns when needed.
• Conduct regular and random patrols around the location and perimeter; working environments and conditions may vary by site.
• Help to deter unauthorized access and/or suspicious activity by maintaining awareness of people, property, and security-related conditions at the location.

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.
• Enjoy 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