Security Officer Entry Control

Allied Universal • Port Hueneme, CA

8d • 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 PORT HUENEME, CA, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Government, and more. Join Allied Universal at a dynamic government location where you will help manage access control, verify badges and credentials, monitor entry activity, and support daily operations with strong customer service and communication. In this role, you will remain visible, use computer and/or tablet systems, and help address security-related concerns with professionalism. Our agile, reliable, and innovative team puts people first, works together, and acts with integrity every day.

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

• A guard card and/or license is preferred.
• Customer service experience is preferred.
• Access control and/or badge experience is preferred.
• Being comfortable using a computer or tablet is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to visitors, employees, and contractors by carrying out access control procedures, site-specific policies, and/or emergency response activities at a government location.
• Monitor entry and exit points, verify credentials and authorized access, and help to deter unauthorized entry involving pedestrians, vendors, and/or vehicles.
• Document visitor activity, maintain accurate access records, and communicate security-related concerns, unusual activity, and/or policy violations to site contacts and Allied Universal leadership.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, following post orders and appropriate escalation procedures.
• Conduct regular and random patrols around buildings, gates, and perimeter areas, noting potential security-related issues and reporting maintenance and/or operational concerns.

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