Security Officer Entry Control

Allied Universal • Lacey, WA

20h • 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 Entry Control in Lacey, WA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Retail/Malls, and more. Join Allied Universal as an Access Control Officer in a busy retail distribution location, where you will monitor entry points, verify badges and visitor access, and support a professional, welcoming experience. You will help to deter security-related incidents through strong communication, attention to detail, and visible presence. Be part of a caring team that values agility, reliability, innovation, teamwork, and integrity.

Requirements

• At least 1 year of security-related experience is 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

• Customer service experience is preferred.
• Comfortable using a computer or tablet is preferred.
• Access control and badge experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to clients, visitors, vendors, and/or team members by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities at the location.
• Monitor access control points by checking identification, credentials, badges, and/or delivery documentation before permitting entry or exit in accordance with site policies.
• Document visitor, contractor, and/or vendor activity, maintain accurate access logs, and communicate unusual activity, policy violations, and/or access issues to site contacts and Allied Universal leadership.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including assisting with entry concerns, restricted area questions, and/or after-hours access requests.
• Conduct regular and random patrols around the business and perimeter, with attention to doors, gates, docks, and other access-sensitive areas where conditions may vary by location.

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
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees