Security Officer Building Access Control

Allied Universal • Columbia, MD

2d • Onsite

About The Position

As a Security Officer Building Access Control in Columbia, MD, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries. 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. As an Access Control Officer with Allied Universal, you will help maintain a secure, welcoming environment by monitoring entry points, verifying access credentials, and supporting visitors, employees, and deliveries. You will remain visible, communicate professionally, and report security-related concerns while helping to deter unauthorized access. Join an agile, reliable, and innovative team that puts people first, delivers through teamwork, and acts with integrity.

Requirements

• Must be 21 years of age or older
• 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 state, county, or city-issued security-related license is preferred.
• CPR certification is preferred.
• Comfort using a computer or tablet is preferred.
• CPR and First Aid certification are preferred.
• Customer service experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to clients by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities.
• Monitor and control access to the location by verifying credentials, documenting visitor entry and exit activity, and following established access-control procedures.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, escalating concerns according to site-specific policies.
• Conduct regular and random patrols around the business and perimeter, observing for unusual activity and reporting concerns to appropriate personnel.

Benefits

• Access to our exclusive technology to view and claim additional shifts to earn more.
• Get paid training and access to career growth opportunities.
• Participate in our retirement savings plan to invest in your future.
• Enjoy discounts on top brands and services through our Perks Program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED