Security Officer - Controlled Entry Desk

Allied Universal • Florence, KY

9h • $21 - $21 • 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. Job Description As a Security Officer - Controlled Entry Desk in Florence, KY , you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Retail/Malls, and more. As an Access Control Officer at a high-traffic retail location, you will help manage entry points, verify credentials, greet shoppers and staff, and respond to security-related concerns with calm, clear communication. You will stay visible, complete routine patrols, document activity, and support a welcoming customer experience. At Allied Universal, you will be part of an agile, reliable, innovative team that puts people first and leads with integrity.

Requirements

• Have 2+ years law enforcement, military police, and/or corrections experience.
• Have 2+ years security experience.
• Be comfortable using a computer or tablet, preferred.
• Have customer service experience, preferred.
• Have CPR certification, 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 guests, tenants, and retail staff by carrying out access control procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities.
• Monitor entry and exit points at the retail location, verify credentials as required, manage visitor logs, and direct deliveries and vendors to designated receiving areas.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including assisting with de-escalation and promptly notifying site leadership and/or emergency services as needed.
• Conduct regular and random patrols throughout common areas, corridors, stairwells, and perimeter areas to help to deter unauthorized access and/or suspicious activity.
• Complete required documentation such as daily activity reports, incident reports, and access control records, and communicate pertinent updates during shift handoff.

Benefits

• Smart Tools: Access to our exclusive technology to view and claim additional shifts to earn more.
• Career Growth: Get paid training and access to career growth opportunities.
• Financial and Health Benefits: Enjoy access to a retirement savings plan, plus medical, dental, vision, basic life and AD&D, and disability insurance.
• Exclusive Perks: 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