Security Officer Access Specialist

Allied Universal • Boston, MA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

As a Security Officer Patrol Access Specialist in Cambridge, MA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Education, and more. Join Allied Universal in an education location where you will monitor and patrol assigned areas, support access control activities, and remain visible to help deter security-related incidents. This unarmed role calls for strong customer service and clear communication while assisting students, staff, and visitors. Be part of a caring, agile team that values reliability, innovation, teamwork, and integrity in every interaction.

Requirements

• Customer service experience is preferred.
• Access control and badge experience 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 students, staff, visitors, and/or families by carrying out security-related procedures, location-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities.
• Respond to incidents, disturbances, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, documenting observations and communicating with school administrators and/or first responders as needed.
• Conduct regular and random patrols throughout campus buildings, parking areas, playgrounds, athletic spaces, and perimeter areas to help to deter unauthorized activity and report unusual conditions.
• Monitor entrances, exits, and common areas during school hours, arrival and dismissal periods, and special events to help to support orderly operations and visitor management procedures.
• Assist with access control, incident reporting, and policy compliance while maintaining a professional presence in an educational location with changing environments and conditions.

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