Security Officer Access Specialist

Allied Universal

1d • Onsite

About The Position

As a Security Officer Access Specialist in Richmond, VA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries. Join Allied Universal as an Access Control Officer at a dynamic location, helping to monitor entry points, verify credentials, and support a smooth flow of visitors, employees, and deliveries. In this role, you will remain visible, respond to security-related concerns, and deliver outstanding customer service and communication. Bring your professionalism, teamwork, and integrity to a caring, reliable, and innovative company.

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

• A guard card and/or license is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to visitors, employees, and contractors by following access control procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities.
• Monitor entry and exit points, verify credentials and/or visitor information, and document access activity to help support security-related protocols at the location.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and unusual situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, and communicate relevant details to site contacts and/or Allied Universal leadership.
• Conduct regular and random patrols around the business and perimeter, noting security-related concerns and reporting maintenance, access, and/or policy issues as appropriate.

Benefits

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