Security Officer - Lobby Access Desk

Allied Universal • Woodstock, AL

3d • $17 • 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 - Lobby Access Desk in Woodstock, AL , you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Auto, and more. As an Allied Universal Security Officer supporting access control at a fast-paced automotive location, you will greet employees and visitors, verify credentials, issue badges, and manage entry points while monitoring activity and reporting security-related concerns. You will use computers and/or tablets to document events, communicate clearly with site teams, and deliver a customer-first experience. Bring agility, reliability, innovation, teamwork, and integrity to every interaction.

Requirements

• 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

• Ability to lift up to 20 lbs is preferred.
• Access control and/or badge experience is preferred.
• CPR certification is preferred.
• Customer service experience is preferred.
• Be comfortable using a computer or tablet is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to employees, contractors, and visitors by following site-specific access control procedures, screening entry requests, and directing individuals to the appropriate location.
• Monitor and control access points by verifying identification, issuing and collecting visitor credentials, maintaining entry and exit logs, and assisting with turnstiles, gates, and key control as assigned.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, including escalating concerns through the chain of command and completing clear security-related reports.
• Support vehicle and delivery access operations by checking shipping documents as directed, managing traffic flow at entrances, and/or observing for prohibited items to help to deter unauthorized access.
• Conduct regular and random patrols around the facility and perimeter, noting unusual conditions, reporting hazards or maintenance issues, and documenting observations per post orders.

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